Braves hit the road for Braves Caravan

The Braves will begin their first road trip of the season when their Country Caravan begins its two-week jaunt through Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee and Alabama. If youve dreamed about meeting Chipper Jones, Tommy Hanson or Jason Hayward, check out the schedule and see if theyre coming to a city near you. The caravan begins on Jan. 27, but keep in mind that the players might change. Also, some of the stops are not open to the public. Friday, Jan. 27 Cities: Charlotte, N.C., Spartanburg, S.C. Participating Braves: Tommy Hanson, Jonny Venters, Tyler Pastornicky, Frank Wren and Terry Pendleton. When: Noon-2 p.m., Taco Mac (4625 Piedmont Row Drive), Charlotte, N.C.; 4-5:30 p.m., Academy Sports Outdoors (100 Peachwood Centre Drive), Spartanburg, S.C. Saturday, Jan. 28 City: Snellville Braves: Jair Jurrjens, Eric Hinske, Eric OFlaherty, Terry Pendleton and Brian Snitker When: 4-6 p.m., Academy Sports Outdoors (1585 Scenic Highway), Snellville; Community visits ...