Ronald Acuna Jr. wants to stay leadoff hitter
How the Braves construct their lineup will depend on who is acquired or selected to fill their outfield void. But Ronald …
Category Archives: Atlanta Braves (1966 – Present)
Mike Foltynewicz leads Braves rotation in 2019
With the start of Spring Training less than a month away, it’s time to look at what the Braves roster …
Getting ready for 2019: Braves dismiss Brian Bridges (director of scouting) and Roy Clark (senior advisor)
After establishing himself as one of John Schuerholz’s most valuable amateur scouts during the 1990s, Roy Clark mentored Brian Bridges, …
“It never feels good, but I’ve had a couple of heartbreakers where I could have won the game, but instead ended the season, … You learn from that.” ~Chipper Jones
Baseball is a game of lots of ups and downs. It is a battle between the pitcher and batter. The …
The White Sox obtain a player to be named later and cash from the Braves in exchange for Dick Allen — December 3, 1974
The White Sox obtain a player to be named later on December 3, 1974 and cash from the Braves in …
Tony Cloninger became the first National League player — and, as of today, the only pitcher — to hit two grand slams in one game. — July 3, 1966
On July 3, 1966, Tony Cloninger became the first National League player — and, as of today, the only pitcher …
Greg Maddux wins his sixteenth Gold Glove award — November 3, 2006
Greg Maddux wins his sixteenth Gold Glove award (November 3, 2006), tying the mark held by former Orioles third baseman …
Darla Harlow, a big fan of the Mississippi Braves, is given the honor of throwing out the ceremonial first pitch at Trustmark Park in Pearl — August 5, 2011
I love how baseball supports our troops and honors our country. This is a great story. Darla Harlow, a big …
Alex Anthopoulos staying patient at the winter meetings
The Winter Meetings continued on Tuesday and for the Atlanta Braves the word of the day is patience. General Manager Alex Anthopoulos …
Will Julio Teheran be with the Braves in 2019?
Here is an interesting assessment of Julio Teheran. I’m thinking it is very realistic. The Braves still have a ton …
Braves vs. Phillies Opening Day — Braves win 5 – 3 — April 2, 2007
Opening day is the best. It is really the best when you win. And win the Braves did in 2007. …
Ken Forsch throws a no-no against the Braves — April 7, 1979
Ken Forsch, who almost didn’t make the start due to swelling in his right arm caused by an insect bite, …
Alfonso Soriano busts Andruw Jones’ salary arbitration record — February 10, 2006
Although recently acquired Alfonso Soriano (.268, 36, 104) of the Nationals loses his salary arbitration case, the former Texas Rangers …
Phil Niekro misses the Hall of Fame with only 68% of the votes — January 8, 1996
For the first time since 1971, no one is elected by the BBWAA to enter the Hall of Fame on …
Kyle Davies, a former Atlanta Brave, throws the pitch to A-Rod for his 500th — August 4, 2007
Needing only 14 seasons to accomplish the feat, Alex Rodriguez becomes the 22nd and youngest player (32 years and 8 …
Braves capture franchise record 3 Gold Gloves for 2018 season
The 2018 Gold Glove announcement continued an individual defensive dynasty, provided a surprise tie and revealed a major upset for …
Chipper Jones 2000 All-Star Game in Atlanta — Going 3 for 3 — July 11, 2000
Jones belted the only homer at Turner Field that night (off James Baldwin)—an opposite-field blast (left-center) which tied the game …
Nick Markakis among Atlanta Braves free agents who don’t get qualifying offers
The Braves did not extend a qualifying offer to any of their free agents, including cleanup hitter Nick Markakis. If Atlanta …
1995 was vengeance!
1994 was so disappointed as a MLB and Braves fan. Cancel the season! Really? 1995 was vengeance! The 1995 World …
“We can bunt guys over. But we’re built on power. That’s American baseball.” ~Chipper Jones
This quote from Chipper is true. It is slightly sad though that baseball is all about power now. I love …
Felipe Alou comes to the Braves in trade with San Francisco — December 3, 1963
On December 3, 1963, the Braves trade catcher Del Crandell and right-handers Bob Shaw and Bob Hendley to the Giants …
Tom Seaver was drafted by the Braves but the pick is voided — January 29, 1966
Tom Seaver was drafted by the Braves on January 29, 1966 in the secondary phase of the 1966 Major League Baseball …
“My motto was always to keep swinging. Whether I was in a slump or feeling badly or having trouble off the field, the only thing to do was keep swinging.” ~Hank Aaron
Here is some great advice for baseball players for the great Hammerin Hank Aaron. I think many of today’s potential …
Giant third baseman Bob Brenly ties a major league record by making four errors in one inning — September 14, 1986
Giant third baseman Bob Brenly, usually a catcher, ties a major league record by making four errors in one inning …
Future Braves pitcher Lew Krausse strikes out a record 21 Lara batters, tossing a one-hitter for Caracas — November 3, 1965
During a winter league game (November 3, 1965), A’s pitcher Lew Krausse strikes out a record 21 Lara batters, tossing …
Phil Niekro throws no hitter, the first since the Braves moved to Atlanta — August 5, 1973
On August 5, 1973, Phil Niekro goes the distance, holding the Padres hitless in a 9-0 rout at home. It’s …
The Reds trade utility player Terry Crowley to the Braves for Mike Thompson — April 7, 1976
The Reds trade utility player Terry Crowley (April 7, 1976) to the Braves in exchange for Mike Thompson, who will …
The Braves trade Dale Murphy to the Phillies for Jeff Parrett — August 4, 1990
On August 4, 1990, the Braves trade Dale Murphy to the Phillies for Jeff Parrett, Jim Vatcher, and Victor Rosario. …
Chipper Jones and his parents on Braves legend’s career, induction into Baseball Hall of Fame
Chipper Jones and his parents sit down with Paul Byrd ahead of the Atlanta Braves legend’s induction into the Baseball …
Who is Mike Foltynewicz?
Michael Gary Foltynewicz was born October 7, 1991. Foltynewicz grew up in Illinois and wanted to be a major league …
Mike Hessman breaks the minor league baseball home run record — August 3, 2015
Mike Hessman breaks the minor league baseball home run record, on August 3, 2015, with the 433rd round-tripper of his nearly …
Jones crushed the game-clinching homer off Astros closer Billy Wagner in Game 1 — October 9, 2001
2001 NLDS vs. Houston In the opening round of the NL postseason, Jones crushed the game-clinching homer off Astros closer …
Bobbie Bragan was finally dismissed as skipper and Billy Hitchcock is elevated — August 8, 1966
On August 8, 1966, with the Braves still mired in the second division at 52–59 and in seventh place, Bobbie …
Jim Bouton notches his last major league victory (62-63) — September 14, 1978
In 1978, Ted Turner signed Bouton to a contract with the Atlanta Braves. After a successful season with the Savannah Braves of the Class AA Southern …
Atlanta Braves win Game 1 of the World Series 3-2 against the Indians — October 21, 1995
The 1995 World Series was the 91st edition of Major League Baseball’s championship series, a best-of-seven playoff played between the …
Before Braves game, Jack McKeon tells the Malins that he was managing the team for the last time — October 2, 2005
Before taking the field on October 2, 2005, the Marlins are told by an emotional Jack McKeon that he was …
Bobby Cox announced as the team’s manager through the 2005 season — April 5, 2004
On April 5, 2004 Braves’ general manager John Schuerholz announces the team has exercised the option to retain Bobby Cox …
The Braves set a club mark by hitting seven home runs — August 3, 1967
The Braves set a club mark by hitting seven home runs, August 3, 1967, in a 10-3 victory over the …
Chipper Jones goes first in the 1990 MLB draft
In the spring of 1990, the Braves (averaged 67.3 victories from 1984-89) were mocked nationally for passing on prep pitcher …
Miguel Tejada plays in his 1,000th consecutive game — July 1, 2006
At Turner Field in a game against the Braves on July 1, 2006, Miguel Tejada plays in his 1,000th consecutive …
Paul Richards, a veteran former MLB manager and general manager, would join the team — June 28, 1966
The Braves’ first year in Atlanta featured an unusual amount of management churn in both the front office and dugout. …
How many World Series appearances have been made by the Braves?
The Braves won three World Series titles in 9 World Series appearances. The Braves are the only franchise to win …
Timothy Miller belts out his rendition of “God Bless America” between halves of the Miami / Atlanta seventh inning — July 4, 2013
Atlanta-based opera vocalist Timothy Miller belts out his rendition of “God Bless America” between halves of the Miami / Atlanta …
Chipper collects his first hit in the World Series game 2 — October 22, 1995
Chipper Jones doubles off Dennis Martinez in the bottom of the 1st inning for his first career World Series hit.
Braves’ nicknames for Players’ Weekend — August 24 – 26, 2018
For the second consecutive year, Major Leaguers will put their personalities and passions on the field when Players’ Weekend takes …
Braves honor Bobby Cox last season giving him a Lexus LS460 — October 2, 2010
With seventy former players and coaches sitting on the infield on October 2, 2010. They were clad in white Braves jerseys …
20-year-old Bryse Wilson pitches Braves past Pirates 1-0 in debut — August 20, 2018
Bryse Wilson was pitching for his high school team in Hillsborough, North Carolina, barely two years ago. Now, he’s 1-0 …
Jordan Schafer hits a home run on first major league at bat — April 5, 2009
Jordan Schafer becomes the tenth Brave in franchise history on April 5th, 2009 and the 99th overall player overall to hit …
Brothers homer in the same contest when Pirates teammates Lloyd and Paul Waner both go deep — September 15, 1938
For the fifth time in a major league game on September 15, 1938, brothers homer in the same contest when …
Jones homers twice in postseason debut in NLDS Game 1– October 3, 1995
Chipper Jones hits two home runs on October 3, 1995, including a go-ahead homer in the top of the ninth, …
