After freak injury running on field, Braves' Camargo on DL
ATLANTA (AP) - Rookie shortstop Johan Camargo was placed on the 10-day disabled list after suffering a bone bruise in his knee while jogging onto the field before Tuesday night's game. Rookie shortstop Dansby Swanson was recalled from Triple-A Gwinnett on Wednesday. Camargo was taking the field when his right knee appeared to lock as he tried to avoid stepping on the first-base chalk line....
ATLANTA (AP) - Rookie shortstop Johan Camargo was placed on the 10-day disabled list after suffering a bone bruise in his knee while jogging onto the field before Tuesday night's game. Rookie shortstop Dansby Swanson was recalled from Triple-A Gwinnett on Wednesday. Camargo was taking the field when his right knee appeared to lock as he tried to avoid stepping on the first-base chalk line....
Braves player trips jogging over chalk line, hurts knee
ATLANTA (AP) - Rookie shortstop Johan Camargo suffered a bone bruise in his right knee while jogging onto the field before Tuesday night's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Camargo was taking the field when his right knee appeared to lock as he reached down to grab a handful of dirt or touch the chalk on the first-base line. He fell to the ground on the infield grass. The diagnosis...
ATLANTA (AP) - Rookie shortstop Johan Camargo suffered a bone bruise in his right knee while jogging onto the field before Tuesday night's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Camargo was taking the field when his right knee appeared to lock as he reached down to grab a handful of dirt or touch the chalk on the first-base line. He fell to the ground on the infield grass. The diagnosis...
Falcons to hold out Julio Jones in preseason opener
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) - The Atlanta Falcons are holding out wide receiver Julio Jones in their preseason opener at Miami on Thursday night. Jones has reported no problems in his recovery from minor offseason foot surgery. His practice time has been regulated, though he has ran well. Jones said Monday, "I've been moving well. I feel good." Coach Dan Quinn says wide receiver...
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) - The Atlanta Falcons are holding out wide receiver Julio Jones in their preseason opener at Miami on Thursday night. Jones has reported no problems in his recovery from minor offseason foot surgery. His practice time has been regulated, though he has ran well. Jones said Monday, "I've been moving well. I feel good." Coach Dan Quinn says wide receiver...
Falcons sign RB Kevin Taylor, son of Jags' Fred Taylor
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) - The Atlanta Falcons have signed the son of former Jacksonville Jaguars star Fred Taylor. The team announced Tuesday that it has added running back Kevin Taylor, who like his father played at the University of Florida. The younger Taylor was a sixth-round pick of the San Francisco 49ers in 2016 and spent part of last season on their practice squad. He also played for...
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) - The Atlanta Falcons have signed the son of former Jacksonville Jaguars star Fred Taylor. The team announced Tuesday that it has added running back Kevin Taylor, who like his father played at the University of Florida. The younger Taylor was a sixth-round pick of the San Francisco 49ers in 2016 and spent part of last season on their practice squad. He also played for...
Fowles' 27 points, 13 boards lead Lynx by Dream 81-72
ATLANTA (AP) - Sylvia Fowles had 27 points and 13 rebounds, helping the Minnesota Lynx beat the Atlanta Dream 81-72 on Tuesday night. Fowles became the 10th player in WNBA history to reach 2,500 rebounds. Minnesota had a 66-64 lead entering the fourth quarter and held the Dream to just eight points the rest of the way. Elizabeth Williams' basket with 4:09 remaining got Atlanta within five...
ATLANTA (AP) - Sylvia Fowles had 27 points and 13 rebounds, helping the Minnesota Lynx beat the Atlanta Dream 81-72 on Tuesday night. Fowles became the 10th player in WNBA history to reach 2,500 rebounds. Minnesota had a 66-64 lead entering the fourth quarter and held the Dream to just eight points the rest of the way. Elizabeth Williams' basket with 4:09 remaining got Atlanta within five...
Herrera's 2-run HR helps Eflin, Phillies top Braves 5-2
ATLANTA (AP) - Don't ask the Atlanta Braves to explain how the Philadelphia Phillies have the worst record in the National League. Against Atlanta, the Phillies look like a powerhouse. Odubel Herrera hit a two-run homer, Zach Eflin pitched seven strong innings following his recall from the minors, and the Phillies beat Atlanta 5-2 on Tuesday night to continue their season-long mastery of...
ATLANTA (AP) - Don't ask the Atlanta Braves to explain how the Philadelphia Phillies have the worst record in the National League. Against Atlanta, the Phillies look like a powerhouse. Odubel Herrera hit a two-run homer, Zach Eflin pitched seven strong innings following his recall from the minors, and the Phillies beat Atlanta 5-2 on Tuesday night to continue their season-long mastery of...
Collins' future with Falcons uncertain following suspension
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) - Falcons coach Dan Quinn said Monday Jalen Collins' second suspension for a violation of the league's policy on performance enhancers has caused a "broken" trust that could cost the cornerback his spot on the team. Quinn added that no decision on Collins' future with the team is "imminent." Collins participated in Monday's practice...
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) - Falcons coach Dan Quinn said Monday Jalen Collins' second suspension for a violation of the league's policy on performance enhancers has caused a "broken" trust that could cost the cornerback his spot on the team. Quinn added that no decision on Collins' future with the team is "imminent." Collins participated in Monday's practice...
Collins' future with Falcons uncertain following suspension
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) - Falcons coach Dan Quinn says Jalen Collins' second suspension for a violation of the league's policy on performance enhancers has caused a "broken" trust that could cost the cornerback his spot on the team. Collins participated in Monday's practice after his 10-game suspension to open the season was announced on Sunday. It is the second straight...
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) - Falcons coach Dan Quinn says Jalen Collins' second suspension for a violation of the league's policy on performance enhancers has caused a "broken" trust that could cost the cornerback his spot on the team. Collins participated in Monday's practice after his 10-game suspension to open the season was announced on Sunday. It is the second straight...
Peterson, Atlanta United rally for 1-1 tie with Sporting KC
KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) - Jacob Peterson scored in stoppage time to lift Atlanta United to a 1-1 draw with Sporting Kansas City on Sunday night. Peterson, who came on for Julian Gressel in the 67th minute, ran onto loose ball - after an attempted clearance by Matt Besler was deflected into the center of the box - and blasted a left-footer past a sliding Tim Melia into the net in the first minute...
KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) - Jacob Peterson scored in stoppage time to lift Atlanta United to a 1-1 draw with Sporting Kansas City on Sunday night. Peterson, who came on for Julian Gressel in the 67th minute, ran onto loose ball - after an attempted clearance by Matt Besler was deflected into the center of the box - and blasted a left-footer past a sliding Tim Melia into the net in the first minute...
Falcons' Jalen Collins handed 10-game suspension for PEDs
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) - For the second straight year, Atlanta Falcons cornerback Jalen Collins will be suspended for the start of the season for a violation of the league's policy on performance enhancers. This time, the suspension carries a bigger bite: 10 games. The NFL announced Sunday that Collins has been suspended without pay for the first 10 games of the 2017 season. He was...
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) - For the second straight year, Atlanta Falcons cornerback Jalen Collins will be suspended for the start of the season for a violation of the league's policy on performance enhancers. This time, the suspension carries a bigger bite: 10 games. The NFL announced Sunday that Collins has been suspended without pay for the first 10 games of the 2017 season. He was...
Ryan's role as leader grows in 10th camp with Falcons
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) - Matt Ryan is serving as both quarterback and unofficial player-coach in his 10th NFL training camp with the Atlanta Falcons. Either way, he's a leader.
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) - Matt Ryan is serving as both quarterback and unofficial player-coach in his 10th NFL training camp with the Atlanta Falcons. Either way, he's a leader.
Vandersloot, Dolson help Sky rally, beat Dream 91-86
ROSEMONT, Ill. (AP) - Courtney Vandersloot tied her career high with 26 points and Stephanie Dolson scored all of her 18 points in the second half to help the Chicago Sky beat the Atlanta Dream 91-86 on Saturday night. Vandersloot added 10 assists and seven rebounds, Allie Quigley had 15 points, six assists and three blocks and Cappie Pondexter scored 12 points for Chicago (10-16).
ROSEMONT, Ill. (AP) - Courtney Vandersloot tied her career high with 26 points and Stephanie Dolson scored all of her 18 points in the second half to help the Chicago Sky beat the Atlanta Dream 91-86 on Saturday night. Vandersloot added 10 assists and seven rebounds, Allie Quigley had 15 points, six assists and three blocks and Cappie Pondexter scored 12 points for Chicago (10-16).
Foltynewicz, Freeman power Braves past Marlins, 7-2
ATLANTA (AP) - Mike Foltzynewicz is learning how to put bad starts behind him and focus on what's next. It hasn't been easy. "That's the big key," he said. "You don't really want to keep going downhill after a bad start. I make it a goal after every rough outing to come back out better than ever the next time. I take pride on that, coming out and being...
ATLANTA (AP) - Mike Foltzynewicz is learning how to put bad starts behind him and focus on what's next. It hasn't been easy. "That's the big key," he said. "You don't really want to keep going downhill after a bad start. I make it a goal after every rough outing to come back out better than ever the next time. I take pride on that, coming out and being...
Braves call up top pitching prospect Max Fried
ATLANTA (AP) - The Atlanta Braves have called up left-hander Max Fried, one of the team's top prospects, to pitch out of the bullpen. He's the second prospect to join the Braves this week after second baseman Ozzie Albies was called up from Triple-A Gwinnett
ATLANTA (AP) - The Atlanta Braves have called up left-hander Max Fried, one of the team's top prospects, to pitch out of the bullpen. He's the second prospect to join the Braves this week after second baseman Ozzie Albies was called up from Triple-A Gwinnett
Pirates acquire IF Rodriguez from Braves, claim RHP Kontos
PITTSBURGH (AP) - The Pittsburgh Pirates are turning to a familiar face in their attempt to stay in the crowded National League Central race.
PITTSBURGH (AP) - The Pittsburgh Pirates are turning to a familiar face in their attempt to stay in the crowded National League Central race.
Dickey, Markakis help Braves overcome Stanton, Marlins 5-3
ATLANTA (AP) - R.A. Dickey is glad he doesn't have to face Giancarlo Stanton too often. Dickey won for the first time in seven starts, Nick Markakis hit a three-run homer and the Atlanta Braves overcame Stanton's two home runs to beat the Miami Marlins 5-3 on Friday night. "I had done a pretty good job of keeping him in the yard for about six years, so he was probably due,"...
ATLANTA (AP) - R.A. Dickey is glad he doesn't have to face Giancarlo Stanton too often. Dickey won for the first time in seven starts, Nick Markakis hit a three-run homer and the Atlanta Braves overcame Stanton's two home runs to beat the Miami Marlins 5-3 on Friday night. "I had done a pretty good job of keeping him in the yard for about six years, so he was probably due,"...
Alex Wood avenges lone loss as Dodgers beat Braves 7-4
ATLANTA (AP) - Alex Wood said he felt tired. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Wood's velocity was down. Roberts also thought the left-hander's breaking ball wasn't as sharp as normal. All that, and Wood's pitching line still fit right in with the standards that made him an All-Star this season.
ATLANTA (AP) - Alex Wood said he felt tired. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Wood's velocity was down. Roberts also thought the left-hander's breaking ball wasn't as sharp as normal. All that, and Wood's pitching line still fit right in with the standards that made him an All-Star this season.
Lynx outscore Dream 23-2 in 4th quarter, reach 20 wins
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - Sylvia Fowles scored 25 points and grabbed 13 rebounds, and Minnesota used a 23-2 fourth quarter to cruise past the Atlanta Dream 69-54 on Thursday night. Minnesota (20-2) is the first team in league history with 20-plus wins in seven straight seasons. The Lynx scored the first 14 points of the fourth quarter for a 60-52 lead and Brittney Sykes finally ended Atlanta's...
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - Sylvia Fowles scored 25 points and grabbed 13 rebounds, and Minnesota used a 23-2 fourth quarter to cruise past the Atlanta Dream 69-54 on Thursday night. Minnesota (20-2) is the first team in league history with 20-plus wins in seven straight seasons. The Lynx scored the first 14 points of the fourth quarter for a 60-52 lead and Brittney Sykes finally ended Atlanta's...
Flowers' 2-run HR lifts Braves past Dodgers, 5-3
ATLANTA (AP) - The Braves relied on their specialties - pinch-hit homers and last at-bat wins - against baseball's best team. Tyler Flowers had a tiebreaking pinch-hit, two-run homer in the eighth inning to lift Atlanta to a 5-3 win over Los Angeles on Wednesday night, ending the Dodgers' nine-game winning streak. The Braves have hit six pinch-hit homers this season to share the major...
ATLANTA (AP) - The Braves relied on their specialties - pinch-hit homers and last at-bat wins - against baseball's best team. Tyler Flowers had a tiebreaking pinch-hit, two-run homer in the eighth inning to lift Atlanta to a 5-3 win over Los Angeles on Wednesday night, ending the Dodgers' nine-game winning streak. The Braves have hit six pinch-hit homers this season to share the major...
Riley, Falcons getting younger, faster at linebacker
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) - The Atlanta Falcons grew younger and faster at linebacker last year on the way to the Super Bowl, and they're not finished turbo charging after adding at least one more rookie and another speedy player to the unit. By drafting LSU's Duke Riley in the third round, and converting former safety KeMal Ishmael to linebacker, head coach Dan Quinn is moving ahead...
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) - The Atlanta Falcons grew younger and faster at linebacker last year on the way to the Super Bowl, and they're not finished turbo charging after adding at least one more rookie and another speedy player to the unit. By drafting LSU's Duke Riley in the third round, and converting former safety KeMal Ishmael to linebacker, head coach Dan Quinn is moving ahead...