The Atlanta Braves secured a thrilling victory over the Philadelphia Phillies, with Ozzie Albies emerging as the hero of the … Continue reading →
The Atlanta Braves kicked off their season with a thrilling Opening Day victory, thanks in large part to standout performances … Continue reading →
The MLB Network recently revealed its Top 100 players, and the Atlanta Braves were well represented, placing seven players on … Continue reading →
If you’re a fan of the Atlanta Braves, you might be wondering what to expect from their Spring Training this … Continue reading →
The 1876 season was a historic one for the Boston Red Caps, as they joined the newly formed National League … Continue reading →
Harry Schafer is a former third baseman who played for the Boston Red Stockings and Red Caps in the 1870s … Continue reading →
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The Boston Red Stockings were one of the founding members of the National Association of Professional Base Ball Players (NA), … Continue reading →
George Wright: A Pioneer of Professional Baseball, Golf and Tennis George Wright was born on January 28, 1847 in Yonkers, … Continue reading →
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If you are a fan of baseball history, you might be interested in learning more about the 1874 Boston Red … Continue reading →
Ross Barnes was one of the stars of the early professional leagues in the 1870s. But who was he and … Continue reading →
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You might be interested in learning more about the 1873 Boston Red Stockings season. The Boston Red Stockings were one … Continue reading →
If you are a fan of baseball history, you may have heard of Fred Cone, one of the earliest professional … Continue reading →
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If you are a fan of baseball history, you might be interested in learning more about the 1872 Boston Red … Continue reading →
The Boston Red Stockings were one of the founding members of the National Association of Professional Base Ball Players, the … Continue reading →
The Braves’ 2023 season ended in disappointment as they lost to the Phillies in four games in the NLDS. Despite … Continue reading →
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Braves fans are in an uproar. Social media is all ablaze. Lots of blame is being placed everywhere. The Atlanta … Continue reading →
This is astounding news. This checks the first box off for march to being World Champions. Although they might have … Continue reading →
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I am hoping, long-term, the Braves sign Max. He is awesome! Starting pitcher Max Fried still could receive the contract extension many … Continue reading →
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On April 8, 1994 Kent Mercker, throwing his first major league complete game, no-hits the Dodgers, 6-0 at Chavez Ravine. … Continue reading →
Having had the pleasure of employing numerous Hall of Fame pitchers during a majority of their respective careers, the Braves … Continue reading →
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On April 9, 1964, much to the chagrin of team executive Branch Rickey, the Cardinals trade Jimmie Coker and Gary … Continue reading →
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Never too much Sept. 21, 1958 Taking command, Aaron drove in four runs in Milwaukee’s 6-5 victory over Cincinnati that … Continue reading →
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On September 3, 2002, by losing their 15th straight game at Shea Stadium, the Mets pass the dubious mark set … Continue reading →
A franchise player Aug. 6, 1972 Aaron again victimized Simpson, this time at Cincinnati’s Riverfront Stadium, to hit his 660th … Continue reading →
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This makes a lot of sense. The NBA did it a while back and it works. We need energy AND … Continue reading →
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Max Fried, as a pitcher, is really great hitter but now that we have the designated hitter in the NL, … Continue reading →
Javier “Javy” López Torres is a Puerto Rican former catcher who played for the Atlanta Braves (1992–2003), Baltimore Orioles (2004–2006) and Boston Red Sox (2006). He batted an...
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A pitch clock has shortened Minor League Baseball games by 20 minutes, per ESPN, setting the stage for MLB to implement … Continue reading →
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A baseball first May 17, 1970 With a first-inning single off Wayne Simpson at Cincinnati’s Crosley Field, Aaron became the first player … Continue reading →
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Matthew Olson (born March 29, 1994) is a professional baseball first baseman for the Atlanta Braves of Major League Baseball … Continue reading →
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Chipper Jones loved playing for the Braves more than any other player in their history. The Atlanta Braves and third … Continue reading →
In the season finale of #BehindTheBraves, the team wraps up their time at Spring Training and prepares to make their … Continue reading →
On March 25, 1997 the Indians send Kenny Lofton (.317, 14, 67) and Alan Embree (3-1, 2.79) to the Braves … Continue reading →
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Now that the last obstacle has been hurdled, the Braves can forever proudly remember the year they overcame significant loss, … Continue reading →
On July 4, 1967, opposing his younger brother, Joe, Phil Niekro goes the distance, getting the victory when the Braves … Continue reading →
The Atlanta Braves released outfielder Ron Gant on March 18, 1994, who suffered a broken leg in a motorcycle accident … Continue reading →
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With his second home run in as many starts, it’s fair to say that Huascar Ynoa has rightfully earned the nickname of … Continue reading →
He has two big postseason performances on his resume, but Kyle Wright has yet to be able to put it … Continue reading →
Who has the National League East’s best lineup? Rotation? Bullpen? After winning four straight division titles — and capping the … Continue reading →
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In this episode of #BehindTheBraves, the 2021 World Series Champion Atlanta Braves continue their 2022 Spring Training regimen in North … Continue reading →
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Tied at the top April 4, 1974 Having finished the 1973 season with his career total standing at 713 homers, … Continue reading →
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You’ve seen the workout videos and the spring batting practice bombs. Ronald Acuña Jr. is coming back vigorously after missing … Continue reading →
Freddie Freeman, Travis d’Arnaud, Ehire Adrianza and Guillermo Heredia all homered for the Braves during the first inning against the … Continue reading →
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Check out some of the Atlanta Braves’ Top Plays of the Week
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Instead of extending their recent woes in maddening fashion, the Braves staged a ninth-inning comeback and celebrated a timely win … Continue reading →
Braves manager Bobby Cox controversially decided to start beleaguered left-hander Steve Avery in the critical Game 4 instead of coming … Continue reading →
Freddie Freeman’s departure from the Atlanta Braves is going to go down as the most painful of the offseason, for … Continue reading →
When it comes to icons of baseball, sport and American society at large, few names are bigger than Hank Aaron. Aaron … Continue reading →
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Our bullpen needs some help. This seems like a solid addition. A few hours after Freddie Freeman officially became a … Continue reading →
In their final season in Boston (July 5, 1952), the Braves play in front of the largest home crowd of … Continue reading →