Braves' Pierzynski Levels Tool Mascot Characters in Race
ATLANTA (AP) — A.J. Pierzynski was a bargain for the Atlanta Braves after signing a one-year, $2 million contract. The 38-year-old Pierzynski did it all: Hit for average, hit for power — and on Sunday, hit some tool-shaped mascots trying to race on the warning track. The tool characters race during every Braves home game.
ATLANTA (AP) — A.J. Pierzynski was a bargain for the Atlanta Braves after signing a one-year, $2 million contract. The 38-year-old Pierzynski did it all: Hit for average, hit for power — and on Sunday, hit some tool-shaped mascots trying to race on the warning track. The tool characters race during every Braves home game.
Braves Sweep Cardinals 6-0 and 2-0 as Miller Stops Skid
ATLANTA (AP) — Shelby Miller and Matt Wisler gave the Atlanta Braves strong reasons to hope for a better finish in 2016. Shelby Miller's drought-breaking win made the fourth-place Braves feel like celebrating on the final day of their disappointing season. Then Wisler added to the excitement as he capped his rookie season with his third straight win.
ATLANTA (AP) — Shelby Miller and Matt Wisler gave the Atlanta Braves strong reasons to hope for a better finish in 2016. Shelby Miller's drought-breaking win made the fourth-place Braves feel like celebrating on the final day of their disappointing season. Then Wisler added to the excitement as he capped his rookie season with his third straight win.
Braves Name John Coppolella as General Manager
Atlanta Braves President of Baseball Operations John Hart announced Thursday that John Coppolella has been named as the club’s General Manager. Coppolella has agreed to terms on a four-year contract that will run through the 2019 season, and will carry the Braves through their first three seasons at SunTrust Park, which is slated to be ready for the 2017 season opener.
Atlanta Braves President of Baseball Operations John Hart announced Thursday that John Coppolella has been named as the club’s General Manager. Coppolella has agreed to terms on a four-year contract that will run through the 2019 season, and will carry the Braves through their first three seasons at SunTrust Park, which is slated to be ready for the 2017 season opener.
Braves drop 7th straight in 9-3 loss to Cubs
CHICAGO (AP) — The Atlanta Braves are limping home after an 0-7 road trip.
CHICAGO (AP) — The Atlanta Braves are limping home after an 0-7 road trip.
Swisher homers from both sides, but Braves fall to Cubs 9-7
CHICAGO (AP) — Atlanta Braves switch-hitter Nick Swisher took advantage of the breezy conditions at Wrigley Field on Saturday.
CHICAGO (AP) — Atlanta Braves switch-hitter Nick Swisher took advantage of the breezy conditions at Wrigley Field on Saturday.
Cubs hand Braves, Shelby Miller 5-3 loss
CHICAGO (AP) — Shelby Miller was pitching well enough to end his long winless slide.
CHICAGO (AP) — Shelby Miller was pitching well enough to end his long winless slide.
Despite Teheran's efforts, Braves fall to Padres 3-2
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Atlanta's Julio Teheran felt right at home on the road Wednesday but that couldn't keep the Braves from losing to the San Diego Padres 3-2.
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Atlanta's Julio Teheran felt right at home on the road Wednesday but that couldn't keep the Braves from losing to the San Diego Padres 3-2.
Wisler, Braves fall 9-0 to Melvin Upton Jr., Padres
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The Atlanta Braves were beaten by a familiar face Tuesday night.
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The Atlanta Braves were beaten by a familiar face Tuesday night.
Braves face former closer Kimbrel in 5-3 loss to Padres
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The Atlanta Braves showed some life against their former closer, Craig Kimbrel, in the ninth inning Monday night.
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The Atlanta Braves showed some life against their former closer, Craig Kimbrel, in the ninth inning Monday night.
Miller takes no-hit bid into 8th, Braves top Arizona in 10th
ATLANTA (AP) — After losing his no-hit bid in the eighth inning, Shelby Miller's winless streak now sits at 16 games and extends over three months.
ATLANTA (AP) — After losing his no-hit bid in the eighth inning, Shelby Miller's winless streak now sits at 16 games and extends over three months.
Braves' Shelby Miller loses no-hit bid in 8th
ATLANTA (AP) — Shelby Miller of the Atlanta Braves has lost his no-hit bid in the eighth inning.
ATLANTA (AP) — Shelby Miller of the Atlanta Braves has lost his no-hit bid in the eighth inning.
Braves bring back veteran reliever Peter Moylan
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Braves have promoted right-hander Peter Moylan from Triple-A Gwinnett.
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Braves have promoted right-hander Peter Moylan from Triple-A Gwinnett.
Jackson shines in relief but Braves fall to Diamondbacks 8-4
ATLANTA (AP) — Edwin Jackson has been told to use the final few weeks of the season as an audition for 2016.
ATLANTA (AP) — Edwin Jackson has been told to use the final few weeks of the season as an audition for 2016.
Ray struggles with fastball, Arizona loses 3-2 to Braves
ATLANTA (AP) — Robbie Ray needs to command his fastball well to have a good chance to win.
ATLANTA (AP) — Robbie Ray needs to command his fastball well to have a good chance to win.
Teheran keeps Braves humming at home, 3-2 over D-backs
ATLANTA (AP) — Julio Teheran wasn't concerned that Arizona scored 36 runs and had at least 15 hits in its last four games.
ATLANTA (AP) — Julio Teheran wasn't concerned that Arizona scored 36 runs and had at least 15 hits in its last four games.
Braves sign RHP Edwin Jackson for remainder of season
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Braves have signed veteran right-hander Edwin Jackson for the remainder of the season.
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Braves have signed veteran right-hander Edwin Jackson for the remainder of the season.
Atlanta Braves notify city of Turner Field departure date
ATLANTA (AP) — Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed says the Atlanta Braves will vacate Turner Field in downtown Atlanta by the end of 2016.
ATLANTA (AP) — Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed says the Atlanta Braves will vacate Turner Field in downtown Atlanta by the end of 2016.
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Marlins end 6-game losing streak with 4-1 win over Braves
ATLANTA (AP) — Even with his team on a roll and facing the last-place Miami, Shelby Miller still couldn't get a win.
ATLANTA (AP) — Even with his team on a roll and facing the last-place Miami, Shelby Miller still couldn't get a win.