As a Hank Aaron home run flew over the fence at Three Rivers Stadium in 1972, the realization of his ascent toward history became apparent. With the rate at which home runs are flying off the bats of Atlanta Braves hitters this season (263 through 137 games), one cannot help but think of one of the most prolific hitters of all time, the Braves’ own Henry Aaron. Also in 1972, … [Read more...] about Braves’ Power Evokes Memories of Hank Aaron
The Braves Set a Standard That Only the Dodgers Can Imitate
The Atlanta Braves, fresh off a sweep of the Colorado Rockies, visit the Los Angeles Dodgers in a crucial National League series. But for Atlanta, they have a unique strategy for building and maintaining a winning team. That is to say, an envy of many teams. For the Dodgers, they have taken the effort to a new level, replicating some of those standards with their own slight … [Read more...] about The Braves Set a Standard That Only the Dodgers Can Imitate
Fans Accost Braves Outfielder, Sparks Memory of a HOF’s Encounter
Dear fans: Please stay off the field. That simple request comes from those of us who politely occupy the rest of the world. Atlanta Braves star outfielder and National League MVP favorite Ronald Acuña Jr. was accosted by two fans who ran onto the field at Coors Field. Fortunately, nobody was injured. Acuña, who was in right field for the Braves during the bottom of the seventh … [Read more...] about Fans Accost Braves Outfielder, Sparks Memory of a HOF’s Encounter
Braves All-Star Infielder Returns From Injured List
Atlanta Braves All-Star second baseman Ozzie Albies has been activated from the injured list. The Braves lineup is now back to full strength. .@therabody injury update: The #Braves today reinstated INF Ozzie Albies from the injured list, recalled RHP Darius Vines to Atlanta, and optioned LHP Jared Shuster and INF Vaughn Grissom to Triple-A Gwinnett. … [Read more...] about Braves All-Star Infielder Returns From Injured List
Sophomore Showdown: Braves and Giants Face Off in Exciting Matchup
The San Francisco Giants (66-62) will clash with the Atlanta Braves (83-44) in what promises to be an exhilarating MLB game. Both teams are vying for a spot in the postseason and will be looking to secure a crucial win. The Giants, who are currently 3rd in the National League West, will rely on their starting pitcher, Ryan Walker (4-2, 2.13 ERA), to lead them to victory. … [Read more...] about Sophomore Showdown: Braves and Giants Face Off in Exciting Matchup