Atlanta Braves Inside Pitch 2009-04-01
It's all about defense. Infield defense is the Braves' strength, and more speed in the outfield spells improved defense as well. The importance of the glove work is tied in with the team's pitching acquisitions, particularly right-hander Derek Lowe, whose... more
Submitted on 2009-04-01 |
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Astros 8, Braves 3
Russ Ortiz had one of his most impressive outings of the spring Tuesday night, going six innings while allowing two earned runs, five hits and striking out six in the Astros' 8-3 win over the Atlanta Braves."He pitched very good tonight," Astros manager C... more
Submitted on 2009-04-01 |
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Chipper Jones agrees to $42M, 3-year extension
Chipper Jones already had a World Series ring and an MVP trophy. What he wanted was the chance to finish up in the place where he started.The Atlanta Braves were more than glad to give it to him.The NL batting champion and the Braves agreed Tuesday to a $... more
Submitted on 2009-03-31 |
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Braves extend Chipper for 3 years, $42M
The Atlanta Braves say they have agreed to terms with third baseman Chipper Jones on a three-year contract extension through 2012 with an option for 2013.The agreement Tuesday virtually guarantees that the 36-year-old Jones will play his entire career in ... more
Submitted on 2009-03-31 |
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Smoltz visits Braves before playing golf with Tiger
John Smoltz was back in the Atlanta Braves' clubhouse Monday, visiting his old team before heading off for a round of golf with Tiger Woods.Smoltz signed with the Boston Red Sox in January, ending his 20-year tenure with the Braves. The right-hander is ta... more
Submitted on 2009-03-30 |
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Braves 4, Red Sox 3(10)
Kenshin Kawakami relished the opportunity to match up against fellow countryman Daisuke Matsuzaka.Matsuzaka allowed two hits and an earned run over five innings in his return to the Boston Red Sox from the World Baseball Classic. Kawakami gave up a two-ru... more
Submitted on 2009-03-30 |
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Atlanta sends OF Josh Anderson to Detroit
Atlanta traded Josh Anderson to the Detroit Tigers on Monday, increasing the chances that rookie Jordan Schafer will open the season as the Braves' center fielder.Schafer, who is hitting .373 this spring, appears to have the edge over Gregor Blanco, who w... more
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Atlanta trades OF Josh Anderson to Tigers
Atlanta traded Josh Anderson to the Detroit Tigers on Monday, increasing the chances that rookie Jordan Schafer will open the season as the Braves' center fielder.Schafer, who is hitting .373 this spring, appears to have the edge over Gregor Blanco, who w... more
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