Kim 0 for 3; Orioles tie Braves 4-4 in spring training debut
KISSIMMEE, Fla. (AP) — Hyun Soo Kim felt good about being recognized so far away from home.
KISSIMMEE, Fla. (AP) — Hyun Soo Kim felt good about being recognized so far away from home.
Former star OF Andruw Jones is new Braves special assistant
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Braves are bringing back former 10-time Gold Glove center fielder Andruw Jones as a special assistant to baseball operations.
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Braves are bringing back former 10-time Gold Glove center fielder Andruw Jones as a special assistant to baseball operations.
Aybar, Swisher among veterans on young Braves team
KISSIMMEE, Fla. (AP) — Erick Aybar and Nick Swisher are well into their 30s and, after trades, find themselves with the rebuilding Atlanta Braves.
KISSIMMEE, Fla. (AP) — Erick Aybar and Nick Swisher are well into their 30s and, after trades, find themselves with the rebuilding Atlanta Braves.
Braves hope newcomer Inciarte can boost team's runs total
KISSIMMEE, Fla. (AP) — If the Atlanta Braves are going to get out of the bottom of the National League scoring stats, they might have to start at the top of the batting order.
KISSIMMEE, Fla. (AP) — If the Atlanta Braves are going to get out of the bottom of the National League scoring stats, they might have to start at the top of the batting order.
Culture clash at Braves Spring Training
For the Braves and their fans, 2016 spring training isn’t really about 2016. It’s about the future. As the season opener approaches, they’ll be focused more on the outlook for their kiddie corps than the expectations for this season.
For the Braves and their fans, 2016 spring training isn’t really about 2016. It’s about the future. As the season opener approaches, they’ll be focused more on the outlook for their kiddie corps than the expectations for this season.
Braves Culture Clash
Braves Culture Clash
Braves Culture Clash
Francoeur at Spring Training
Francoeur at Spring Training
Francoeur at Spring Training
Braves Pitchers and Catchers Report
Braves Pitchers and Catchers
Braves Pitchers and Catchers
Braves' Foltynewicz Continues Recovery from Blood Clots
ATLANTA (AP) — Braves right-hander Mike Foltynewicz is hoping he'll be cleared this week to throw off a mound as he continues his recovery from life-threatening blood clots in his right shoulder. The 24-year-old Foltynewicz said Monday he has lost about 20 pounds during his recovery from surgery to remove part of a rib under the shoulder. His 2015 season ended in September when the...
ATLANTA (AP) — Braves right-hander Mike Foltynewicz is hoping he'll be cleared this week to throw off a mound as he continues his recovery from life-threatening blood clots in his right shoulder. The 24-year-old Foltynewicz said Monday he has lost about 20 pounds during his recovery from surgery to remove part of a rib under the shoulder. His 2015 season ended in September when the...
MLB Commissioner Says NL Teams May Be More Receptive to DH
CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred says National League teams may be more receptive to the designated hitter than in the past, even though owners ended two days of meetings without any serious discussion about expanding use of the DH. A decline in offense and injuries to pitchers while hitting have stirred speculation the NL might be ready to embrace...
CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred says National League teams may be more receptive to the designated hitter than in the past, even though owners ended two days of meetings without any serious discussion about expanding use of the DH. A decline in offense and injuries to pitchers while hitting have stirred speculation the NL might be ready to embrace...
Braves 2016 Promotional Schedule
Batter up! Time to pull out your jerseys and brush off your ball caps as our Atlanta Braves warm up for their 2016 season. The team's promotional schedule has something for everyone, from concerts to giveaways to theme nights.
Batter up! Time to pull out your jerseys and brush off your ball caps as our Atlanta Braves warm up for their 2016 season. The team's promotional schedule has something for everyone, from concerts to giveaways to theme nights.
Chipper Jones returning to Braves as special assistant
Chipper Jones is returning to the Atlanta Braves in a front office position he describes as "dipping my toe back into the water."
Chipper Jones is returning to the Atlanta Braves in a front office position he describes as "dipping my toe back into the water."
Cause of Death Release for Former Braves Pitcher Tommy Hanson
New details were released Friday into the death of former Braves pitcher Tommy Hanson.
New details were released Friday into the death of former Braves pitcher Tommy Hanson.
AP source: D-backs get pitcher Shelby Miller from Braves
A person familiar with the deal tells The Associated Press the Arizona Diamondbacks have acquired All-Star right-hander Shelby Miller from the Atlanta Braves for overall No. 1 draft pick Dansby Swanson, outfielder Ender Inciarte and pitching prospect Aaron Blair.
A person familiar with the deal tells The Associated Press the Arizona Diamondbacks have acquired All-Star right-hander Shelby Miller from the Atlanta Braves for overall No. 1 draft pick Dansby Swanson, outfielder Ender Inciarte and pitching prospect Aaron Blair.
Braves Trade Simmons to Angels for Aybar, Pitching Prospects
The Atlanta Braves have traded shortstop Andrelton Simmons to the Los Angeles Angels for shortstop Erick Aybar and top pitching prospects Sean Newcomb and Chris Ellis.
The Atlanta Braves have traded shortstop Andrelton Simmons to the Los Angeles Angels for shortstop Erick Aybar and top pitching prospects Sean Newcomb and Chris Ellis.
Former Braves Pitcher Tommy Hanson Dies at 29
Former Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Tommy Hanson has passed away.
Former Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Tommy Hanson has passed away.
Hart Says Braves 'Will Be Better' Following 67-Win Finish
ATLANTA (AP) — The last time the Atlanta Braves finished below 70 wins was 1990, when they were in a rebuilding process based on pitching. The reward came more quickly than anyone could imagine: A 1991 World Series berth that was the start of 14 consecutive postseason berths. The Braves again are building on pitching. Following a 67-95 finish, good for fourth in the NL East, there are no expectations of an immediate turnaround to compare with 1991's worst-to-first drama.
ATLANTA (AP) — The last time the Atlanta Braves finished below 70 wins was 1990, when they were in a rebuilding process based on pitching. The reward came more quickly than anyone could imagine: A 1991 World Series berth that was the start of 14 consecutive postseason berths. The Braves again are building on pitching. Following a 67-95 finish, good for fourth in the NL East, there are no expectations of an immediate turnaround to compare with 1991's worst-to-first drama.
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.