Phillips family glad to have Brandon back home
Baseball bats ping during a typically busy Thursday for Coach James Phillips at his baseball center in Pine Lake. "Sometimes there will be about twelve or fifteen kids in here at one time. I have them going to different areas of their need," says Phillips. While the young sluggers have Phillips full attention, his schedule is about to get a lot more full. Phillips plans on spending 40-45...
Baseball bats ping during a typically busy Thursday for Coach James Phillips at his baseball center in Pine Lake. "Sometimes there will be about twelve or fifteen kids in here at one time. I have them going to different areas of their need," says Phillips. While the young sluggers have Phillips full attention, his schedule is about to get a lot more full. Phillips plans on spending 40-45...
Braves Set 2017 Opening Day roster
The Atlanta Braves today officially set their 25-man roster for Opening Day. The club made several roster moves, including recalling C Anthony Recker from Triple-A Gwinnett, while RHP David Hernandez and C Blake Lalli were reassigned to Gwinnett, and INF Rio Ruiz was optioned to Gwinnett.
The Atlanta Braves today officially set their 25-man roster for Opening Day. The club made several roster moves, including recalling C Anthony Recker from Triple-A Gwinnett, while RHP David Hernandez and C Blake Lalli were reassigned to Gwinnett, and INF Rio Ruiz was optioned to Gwinnett.
BEHIND THE SCENES: FOX 5 tours SunTrust Park
Atlanta Braves baseball is back...well, almost.
Atlanta Braves baseball is back...well, almost.
Braves: Fans allowed to bring food inside SunTrust Park
The Atlanta Braves announced Tuesday fans will be able to bring food inside the new SunTrust Park.
The Atlanta Braves announced Tuesday fans will be able to bring food inside the new SunTrust Park.
Atlanta Braves unveil new transportation plan
The Atlanta Braves unveiled several transportation initiatives to help to cope with the influx of traffic expected when the new SunTrust Park opens next month.
The Atlanta Braves unveiled several transportation initiatives to help to cope with the influx of traffic expected when the new SunTrust Park opens next month.
Parking changes you need to know before heading to SunTrust Park
Atlanta, Ga.---From the beginning, one of the biggest concerns with the new Braves location was traffic. Some are still skeptical, but the team, Cobb County and State officials spent three years planning the best way to move game day and non-game day traffic through this busy area. Listen up Braves fans, one of the biggest differences for you will be planning your parking ahead of time.
Atlanta, Ga.---From the beginning, one of the biggest concerns with the new Braves location was traffic. Some are still skeptical, but the team, Cobb County and State officials spent three years planning the best way to move game day and non-game day traffic through this busy area. Listen up Braves fans, one of the biggest differences for you will be planning your parking ahead of time.
Take a tour through SunTrust Park, the new home of the Atlanta Braves
The Atlanta Braves gave the media and some fans a sneak peak of their new home, SunTrust park.
The Atlanta Braves gave the media and some fans a sneak peak of their new home, SunTrust park.
Single-game tickets for Braves home opener sold out
Atlanta Braves fans are pumped about opening day at the new SunTrust Park, and ticket sales prove it!
Atlanta Braves fans are pumped about opening day at the new SunTrust Park, and ticket sales prove it!
Atlanta Braves lay sod at SunTrust Park
The Atlanta Braves laid down sod at their new home, SunTrust Park, on Saturday.
The Atlanta Braves laid down sod at their new home, SunTrust Park, on Saturday.
Braves excited to welcome fans to new home
Braves excited to welcome fans to new home
Braves excited to welcome fans to new home
Stone Mountain native Phillips feels at home with the Braves
For Redan High School alum and self-proclaimed ATLien, Friday's Spring Training Debut felt almost like a family reunion. "Happy to be here," said Phillips. "Been raised in Stone Mountain Georgia, finally going to be getting my chop on." The Braves new second baseman took part in his first workouts in Lake Buena Vista on Friday after being traded to Atlanta from Cincinnati five days ago....
For Redan High School alum and self-proclaimed ATLien, Friday's Spring Training Debut felt almost like a family reunion. "Happy to be here," said Phillips. "Been raised in Stone Mountain Georgia, finally going to be getting my chop on." The Braves new second baseman took part in his first workouts in Lake Buena Vista on Friday after being traded to Atlanta from Cincinnati five days ago....
After facing questions, Braves outfielder Kemp shows up in top shape
Last August, Braves general manager John Coppolella went on MLB Network Radio and said Atlanta outfielder Matt Kemp was "not in shape," and said the team had talked to Kemp about it. At Spring Training 2017, things look different. "It's something," said Braves manager Brian Snitker. "He looks great." The reviews seem to be unanimous. "[He looks] fantastic," said first baseman Freddie...
Last August, Braves general manager John Coppolella went on MLB Network Radio and said Atlanta outfielder Matt Kemp was "not in shape," and said the team had talked to Kemp about it. At Spring Training 2017, things look different. "It's something," said Braves manager Brian Snitker. "He looks great." The reviews seem to be unanimous. "[He looks] fantastic," said first baseman Freddie...
Braves' new veteran pitchers set tone for 2017
The Atlanta Braves have started spring training for the 2017 season, and pitchers and catchers have reported to begin workouts.
The Atlanta Braves have started spring training for the 2017 season, and pitchers and catchers have reported to begin workouts.
Former Braves pitcher Greg Maddux pranks NL MVP Kris Bryant
A former Atlanta Braves pitcher and current Hall of Fame member is up to his old tricks. Greg Maddux was a known prankster during his time with the Braves, and he decided to pull one on reigning NL MVP Kris Bryant.
A former Atlanta Braves pitcher and current Hall of Fame member is up to his old tricks. Greg Maddux was a known prankster during his time with the Braves, and he decided to pull one on reigning NL MVP Kris Bryant.
Braves surprise two high schools with new equipment
Two Cobb County high schools received a surprise from their new neighbors, the Atlanta Braves.
Two Cobb County high schools received a surprise from their new neighbors, the Atlanta Braves.
Hammering Hank Aaron to be honored at college fundraiser
COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. (AP) - Former Atlanta Braves slugger Henry Aaron is being honored Friday at the Delta Flight Museum in Atlanta, two days before his 83rd birthday.
COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. (AP) - Former Atlanta Braves slugger Henry Aaron is being honored Friday at the Delta Flight Museum in Atlanta, two days before his 83rd birthday.
Kurt Suzuki and Braves complete $1.5 million, 1-year deal
ATLANTA (AP) - Kurt Suzuki and the Atlanta Braves finalized their $1.5 million, one-year contract, giving the team another experienced catcher to share time with Tyler Flowers.
ATLANTA (AP) - Kurt Suzuki and the Atlanta Braves finalized their $1.5 million, one-year contract, giving the team another experienced catcher to share time with Tyler Flowers.
Kris Medlen returns to Braves with minor league contract
ATLANTA (AP) - Right-hander Kris Medlen has agreed to a minor league contract with the Atlanta Braves as he attempts to revive his career with his original team.
ATLANTA (AP) - Right-hander Kris Medlen has agreed to a minor league contract with the Atlanta Braves as he attempts to revive his career with his original team.
Braves field director caring for Super Bowl fields
For the last quarter century, Ed Mangan has spent his springs and summers taking care of Turner Field and his winters prepping fields for the Super Bowl. "This will be my 27th Super Bowl and the Braves are kind enough to let me chip in with the NFL and help them out with the Super Bowl," says Mangan.
For the last quarter century, Ed Mangan has spent his springs and summers taking care of Turner Field and his winters prepping fields for the Super Bowl. "This will be my 27th Super Bowl and the Braves are kind enough to let me chip in with the NFL and help them out with the Super Bowl," says Mangan.
Braves player hit in deadly crash; wife, kids hospitalized
MIAMI (AP) - An Atlanta Braves infielder and his family are recovering after police say their SUV was hit by a man who had stolen a Miami police officer's cruiser.
MIAMI (AP) - An Atlanta Braves infielder and his family are recovering after police say their SUV was hit by a man who had stolen a Miami police officer's cruiser.