Dale Murphy ends 790 games played streak — July 9, 1986
On July 9, 1986, in a game at Veterans Stadium against the Phillies, Braves manager Chuck Tanner starts an outfield of …
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Who was really the first black GM in baseball? Let’s remember Bill Lucas!
On October 5, 1993, Bob Watson replaces Bill Wood as the general manager of the Astros, making the former Houston …
Hall of Famer Chipper Jones is one of a handful of players in Atlanta Braves history to win MVP Award
Players in Atlanta Braves history to win MVP Award Dale Murphy. Terry Pendleton. Chipper Jones. With John Evers, Robert Elliot …
Braves begin new ballpark chapter at SunTrust Park with 5-2 win (April 14, 2017)
It was a great day in Atlanta Braves history. Once again, a new stadium. Chipper Jones sat in the Atlanta …
Dale Murphy COMC Pickups
Some great cards of Dale Murphy. Too bad he hasn’t made it to the Hall of Fame. Bean's Ballcard Blog …
What would the all time roster for the Braves look like?
How would you fill out the all time roster for a team with as much talent as the Braves have …
Dale Murphy proves the superiority of the Braves farm system (1978)
The Atlanta Braves built their championship years based on an amazing farm system. Bill Lucas was the first black general …
The Upton brothers both homer in the 9th as Atlanta walks off with a 6-5 win (2013)
I’ve watched a lot of Atlanta Braves baseball over the years. Throughout the 14 straight division titles and the one …
Dale Murphy calls a home run for a six year old girl (1983)
One of Dale Murphy‘s more memorable incidents was reminiscent of a scene from the classic black-and-white baseball film about Babe …
Some bold moves pay off long term (1990)
1990 was a pivotal year for the Braves. Bobby Cox moved back into the dug out as manager replacing Russ …
Dale Murphy wins the MVP Award (1982)
On November 17, 1982, Atlanta Braves, Dale Murphy won the National League MVP Award. This is the first Braves player …
Dale Murphy’s record for most runs in month broken (April 29, 1994)
Dale Murphy and Ron Cey owned the record for most runs in a month at 29. Records get broken. On …
Dale Murphy drafted by the Braves (June 5, 1974)
The June 5. 1974 draft produces just 725 picks‚ the fewest in history‚ and only 300 of these are from …
Chipper Jones breaks Dale Murphy’s home run record (July 5, 2007)
At Dodger Stadium on July 5, 2007, Chipper Jones’s two solo home runs is the difference in the Braves’ 8-6 …
Dale Murphy – What a career!
Dale Murphy’s number 3 was retired by the Atlanta Braves in 1994. What a glorious day that was. Murphy finished …
Dale Murphy hits 3 home runs in 3 at bats (May 18, 1979)
Dale Murphy, on May 18, 1979, has 3 home runs in 3 at bats‚ knocking in 5 runs‚ to pace …
Sad trade for Dale Murphy and a sad day for Braves fans (April 3, 1993)
April 3, 1993 was a sad day for Braves fans. The Rockies signed free agent veteran Atlanta Braves outfielder Dale …
Dale Murphy and his bid to be in the Hall of Fame
Will Dale Murphy ever make it to the Hall of Fame? I’m thinking not. He was on the ballot for 15 …
Dale Murphy – An athlete who cared
Dale Murphy’s clean-living habits off the diamond were frequently noted in the media. A devout Latter-day Saint, or Mormon, Murphy …
Dale Murphy – Some after retirement activities
Some players struggle with what to do after retirement. It can be a challenge when most of your life has …
Dale Murphy – He is also an author
Dale Murphy is talented in many ways. He has written three books. The first, The Scouting Report on Professional Athletics, …
Dale Murphy traded to the Phillies (August 4, 1990)
August 4, 1990 was a sad day. The Atlanta Braves trade Dale Murphy to the Phillies for Jeff Parrett, Jim Vatcher …
National League and Dale Murphy beat the Junior Circuit (July 10, 1984)
Now this will expose my bias but I am clear on that. You will see a lot of references to …
10 things to know about Dale Murphy (1976 – 1990)
So a little background on Dale (Bryan) Murphy. He was born March 12, 1956 in Portland, Oregon. He was an outfielder …
