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Aaron on hand as ‘World Series or nothing’ Braves ramp up

February 19, 2020

Now this is what fans want to hear. Hank gets it! Nothing like a little encouragement from Hammerin’ Hank himself …

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Game 3 of the 1995 World Series goes to Cleveland 7-6 — October 24, 1995

April 20, 2019

With the World Series moving to raucous Jacobs Field in Cleveland on October 24, 1995, the Indians got their first …

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Video of the Braves 3-2 win over the Cleveland Indians — October 21, 1995

April 16, 2019

Atlanta ace Greg Maddux pitched a two-hit complete game victory in his first World Series appearance (and just the fifteenth two-hitter in …

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Game 5 of the 1948 World Series – Boston Braves 11, Cleveland Indians 5 — October 10, 1948

April 6, 2019

The 1948 World Series saw the Cleveland Indians against the Boston Braves. The Braves had won the National League pennant for the first time since the …

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Chipper Jones and Atlanta’s 1995 Postseason Run To Glory

March 30, 2019

In the first year of Major League Baseball’s wild-card round (National League Division Series), the rookie Jones belted two homers …

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The Milwaukee Braves beat the Yankees in Game 2 8-7 — Thursday, October 3, 1957 at Yankee Stadium in Bronx, New York

March 27, 2019

The 1957 World Series featured the defending champions, the New York Yankees (American League), playing against the Milwaukee Braves (National League). After finishing just one game …

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The Boston Braves lose game 4 of the World Series — October 9, 1948

March 26, 2019

Steve Gromek of the Indians and Johnny Sain of the Braves pitched complete games each. The Indians struck first when …

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Boston Braves lose the game to the Cleveland Indians 4-3 to close the series — October 11, 1948 World Series

March 25, 2019

The 1948 World Series between the Boston Braves and the Cleveland Indians was coming down to the wire. After 5 …

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Braves beat Cleveland 1-0 — October 6, 1948 World Series

January 28, 2019

The 1948 World Series saw the Cleveland Indians against the Boston Braves. The Braves had won the National League pennant for the first time since the “Miracle …

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Braves win 1995 World Series Game 2– 4 -3 score — October 22, 1995

January 26, 2019

The 1995 World Series, despite being in an odd-numbered year, opened in the NL home because of the omission of …

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Game 1 of the 1957 World Series was played on Wednesday, October 2, 1957 1:00 pm (ET) at Yankee Stadium in Bronx, New York.

November 15, 2018

The 1957 World Series featured the defending champions, the New York Yankees (American League), playing against the Milwaukee Braves (National League). After finishing just one game …

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The Braves win the 1914 World Series after being in last place on July 4

November 13, 2018

In the 1914 World Series, the Boston Braves beat the Philadelphia Athletics in a four-game series. The “Miracle Braves” were …

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The Tribe takes a 2-1 World Series game lead over the Braves — October 8, 1948

November 5, 2018

October 8, 1948, facing only thirty batters, Indians’ rookie hurler Gene Bearden five-hits the Braves for a 2-0 victory in …

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1995 was vengeance! 

November 3, 2018

1994 was so disappointed as a MLB and Braves fan. Cancel the season! Really? 1995 was vengeance! The 1995 World …

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Bill Bruton hits a 10th-inning home run gave the Braves a 3–2 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals in Milwaukee’s first major league game — April 14, 1953

September 22, 2018

Bill Bruton was a  center fielder who played for the Milwaukee Braves (1953–1960) and Detroit Tigers (1961–1964). Bruton started his …

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Milwaukee Braves 1965 season was the last before moving to Atlanta — Final record of 86-76

September 16, 2018

The 1965 Milwaukee Braves season was the 13th and final season for the franchise in Milwaukee before moving to Atlanta …

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Atlanta Braves win Game 1 of the World Series 3-2 against the Indians — October 21, 1995

September 14, 2018

The 1995 World Series was the 91st edition of Major League Baseball’s championship series, a best-of-seven playoff played between the …

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How many World Series appearances have been made by the Braves?

August 30, 2018

The Braves won three World Series titles in 9 World Series appearances. The Braves are the only franchise to win …

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Chipper collects his first hit in the World Series game 2 — October 22, 1995

August 25, 2018

Chipper Jones doubles off Dennis Martinez in the bottom of the 1st inning for his first career World Series hit.

Braves honor Bobby Cox last season giving him a Lexus LS460 — October 2, 2010

August 23, 2018

With seventy former players and coaches sitting on the infield on October 2, 2010. They were clad in white Braves jerseys …

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Milwaukee Braves pitcher Lew Burdette pitches a one-hitter but loses, 1-0 — April 5, 1957

July 31, 2018

In a game at Connie Mack Stadium against the Phillies on April 5, 1957, Milwaukee Braves pitcher Lew Burdette pitches …

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Chipper Jones inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame — His acceptance speech

July 30, 2018

I was able to see this live. The timing worked out perfectly for me. What a great speech. Very well …

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What are some of the greatest moments of Chipper Jones Hall of Fame career?

July 29, 2018

It is a wonderful day to celebrate as Chipper Jones will be inducted into the Hall of Fame. Below are …

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Darrell Evans becomes the first player in major league history to hit 40 home runs in a season in both leagues — October 2, 1985

July 20, 2018

Darrell Evans becomes the first player in major league history to hit 40 home runs in a season in both …

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Top 10 Moments in Braves History — Video

July 17, 2018

The 10 greatest moments in the history of the organization Honorable Mention: Rafael Furcal unassisted triple play #10: Atlanta Braves …

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The Atlanta Braves are 40-40 — July 11, 1991

July 11, 2018

On July 11, 1991, after a 4-1 win against the Cardinals, the Braves, who had finished in last place the …

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Pittsburgh left fielder Willie Stargell accumulates 14 total bases with three doubles and two home runs — August 1, 1970

June 21, 2018

At Atlanta-Fulton County Stadium on August 1, 1970, Pittsburgh left fielder Willie Stargell accumulates 14 total bases with three doubles …

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The Devil Rays name Chuck LaMar as the franchise’s first general manager — July 19, 1995

June 19, 2018

The Devil Rays name Chuck LaMar as the franchise’s first general manager on July 19, 1995. Under leadership of the …

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Sandy Koufax gets his 26th victory, defeating the Milwaukee Braves in the clincher, 2-1 — October 2, 1965

June 12, 2018

Ah, the last part of the season. Many years, much is at stake. That was true in 1965 but not …

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Hank Aaron hits first home run of his MLB career (April 23, 1954)

April 23, 2018

On April 23, 1954, Hank Aaron knocks out the first home run of his Major League Baseball career. Twenty years …

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“I don’t want them to forget Ruth; I just want them to remember me.” ~Hank Aaron after number 715 (April 8,1974)

April 8, 2018

On April 8,1974, Hank Aaron of the Atlanta Braves hits his 715th career home run, breaking Babe Ruth’s legendary record …

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Knuckleballer Phil Niekro becomes 227th player elected to the Hall of Fame (January 6, 1997)

April 3, 2018

Knuckleballer Phil Niekro, who compiled a 318-274 record during his 24 major league career, becomes 227th player elected to the …

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Chipper Jones On his book “Ballplayer” (Hall of Fame – 2018)

February 20, 2018

Atlanta Braves third baseman Chipper Jones—one of the greatest switch-hitters in baseball history—shares his remarkable story, while capturing the magic …

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Braves trade Hank Aaron to Milwaukee (November 2, 1974)

February 17, 2018

On November 2, 1974, the Atlanta Braves trade Hank Aaron to the Brewers for Dave May and Roger Alexander. The move …

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John Smoltz: ‘The Success Of The Atlanta Braves Won’t Be Duplicated’ 

February 15, 2018

I am a big fan of the Atlanta Braves. What they did by winning 14 division championships is stunning. I …

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Longtime Atlanta Braves exec John Schuerholz scores Atlanta Sports Council’s Lifetime Achievement Award 

January 29, 2018

One of the biggest minds behind the Atlanta Braves will receive the Atlanta Sports Council’s Lifetime Achievement Award at the …

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Greg Maddux headed to Chicago to rejoin the Cubs (2004)

December 21, 2017

Greg Maddux is another one of the most beloved Braves of all time, playing 11 total years in Atlanta, four …

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Milwaukee clears the way for the Boston Braves to become the Milwaukee Braves (March 17, 1953)

December 16, 2017

It is March 17, 1953. A very good deal is about to happen. The Milwaukee County Board, which oversees County …

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Native son Tony Kubek hits two home runs in the 9-3 rout of the hometown Braves (October 5, 1957)

December 10, 2017

On October 5, 1957, in the first World Series game ever played in Milwaukee, native son Tony Kubek hits two …

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Tim Hudson is one of the greatest Atlanta Braves players of the 2,000’s

November 30, 2017

After spending his college years at Chattahoochee Valley Community College and Auburn University, Tim Hudson played in the major leagues for the Oakland Athletics (1999–2004), …

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Former Atlanta Braves GM John Coppolella given lifetime ban from baseball (November 21, 2017)

November 25, 2017

Well, we knew it wouldn’t be good news for Atlanta Braves GM John Coppoelella. A lifetime ban is a big …

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The Braves print tickets and almost go to the series (1916)

November 14, 2017

George Stallings entered his fourth season as manager for Boston Braves in 1916. They finished third, four games behind with …

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58-80 isn’t a good enough record in anybody’s world (1903)

October 10, 2017

1903 was a disastrous year for the Beaneaters. It was Al Buckenberger’s second year as manager. They ended the season …

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Dusty Baker as an Atlanta Brave outfielder (1968 — 1975)

September 17, 2017

Dusty Baker became a bitter rival of the Braves but contributed mightily as a player from 1968 to 1975. Dusty …

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Johnny Antonelli is traded to New York Giants for Bobby Thomson (1953)

September 16, 2017

Johnny Antonelli played with the Braves from 1948 to 1950, again in 1953 and 1961. Born on April 12, 1930 …

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Javy Lopez – Atlanta Brave from 1992 to 2003

September 5, 2017

Javy Lopez played for the team for four years during the 2000s and was a favorite among Braves’ fans. He …

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The new 2012 playoff change does not benefit the Atlanta Braves (March 2, 1012)

August 24, 2017

Things change in baseball. Sometimes slowly but they change. On November 22, 2011, a new contract between Major League Baseball and its players …

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Game 4 of the World Series, Braves win 7-5 with Eddie Mathews walk off (October 4, 1957)

August 21, 2017

In Game 4 on October 6, 1957, Eddie Mathews’ two-run shot off Bob Grim with one out in the bottom …

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Braves lose NLDS 5-1 to Chicago Cubs (October 4, 2003)

August 19, 2017

October 4, 2003 wasn’t a great day for the Atlanta Braves. It couldn’t have been worse, as a matter of …

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Braves field defeats the Yankees (August 2, 1931)

August 11, 2017

Just playing on Braves field defeats the Yankees. The Braves didn’t have to do the work. I know this is …

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