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This Week's Schedule at Talking Chop: October 26 - November 1
October 26, 2009 by
Talking Chop
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This week we'll wrap up all the position player reviews and top prospects, and then the first week in November we'll tackle starting pitchers. Looking beyond next week; the second week in November we'll talk about the top minor league starting pitchers for the Braves...
Jurrjens Impresses, Braves Win 10-2
April 02, 2008 by
BravesBlast
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Jair Jurrjens looked amazing in his first start with the Braves, allowing two runs on 7 scattered hits in 5.1 innings. He struck out five and showed off his nasty changeup. The Braves put their first win on the board as the offense came alive - hitting three homers on the way to a 10-2 win.
The Braves Homestand of DEATH and FEAR
June 22, 2009 by
Talking Chop
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The 10-game homestand that starts tonight will feature the Braves facing 4 really good clubs, who should all beat us handily. The Cubs come in for a makeup game tonight, then the Yankees for 3, the Red Sox for 3, and the Phillies for 3. It's probably too early to talk about...
Atlanta Braves Outfield: A Look Back At 2007 And into 2008
October 18, 2007 by
Crooked Pitch
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Here's a look back at how the Atlanta Braves outfield of 2007 performed, and also a look at the changes they will be forced to make in 2008.
Game 89 Recap: Mets 3, Braves 5
July 16, 2009 by
Talking Chop
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by John Bazemore - AP
Atlanta Braves' Brian McCann scores on a Matt Diaz hit as New York Mets catcher Brian Schneider applies the late tag in the fourth inning of a baseball game in Atlanta, Thursday, July 16...
Braves' Decision: Left Field
February 26, 2008 by
BravesBlast
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The Braves have several key decisions before them as they go into the heart of Spring Training. One of the only starting jobs up for grabs is a slot in the left-field platoon. Matt Diaz will take half of the platoon after batting .338 in the 2007 campaign, and it's a battle between...
Everything you always wanted to know about: BABIP
15 days ago by
Big League Stew
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The world of advanced baseball statistics can be an intimidating place for those of us who slept our way through advanced algebra or haven't been a follower of the Bill James revolution from the beginning. But that still doesn't mean that we should feel left out when it comes...
Anderson, Braves finalize deal
February 24, 2009 by
Tireball.com
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After completing his physical earlier this monring the Atlanta Braves added 36-year-old outfielder Garret Anderson to the 40-man roster.
Anderson figures to serve as the primary left fielder for the Braves but from time to time will likely be lifted for Matt Diaz.
Last season Anderson...
Open Thread 8/30: Braves @ Phillies
August 30, 2009 by
Talking Chop
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The Braves will attempt to win the series against the Phillies and keep their playoff hopes thriving, as Jair Jurrjens faces off against Joe Blanton. Jurrjens has reeled off 3 straight...
Indecision
September 30, 2009 by
Baseball Musings
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The Braves moved a step closer to elimination as they fall to the Marlins 5-4. Down 5-2, Atlanta mounted a comeback in the ninth, scoring two runs and loading the bases with two out. With Matt Diaz on third, Brendan Donnelly comes into the game, and his first pitch goes between the legs [...]
Braves' Diaz at home in Philly
August 29, 2009 by
Sports Page Atlanta
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Philadelphia - Under any circumstances, Matt Diaz enjoys hitting at Citizens Bank Park. . . .
Game 93 Recap: Giants 3, Braves 11
July 20, 2009 by
Talking Chop
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by John Bazemore - AP
You never see it on the broadcast, but Tommy Hanson really likes to stick his tongue out when he delivers the ball... sort of Michael Jordan-esque.
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Braves' Diaz leads off, defends controversial bunt
August 26, 2009 by
Sports Page Atlanta
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A day after Braves outfielder Matt Diaz tried a surprise bunt with two out in the ninth inning of a tie game, he was moved to the leadoff position Wednesday. . . .
Game 147 Recap: Phillies 9, Braves 4
September 18, 2009 by
Talking Chop
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by John Bazemore - AP
Atlanta Braves starter Tim Hudson works against the Philadelphia Phillies in the first inning of a baseball game Friday, Sept. 18, 2009 in Atlanta.
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Game 78 Recap: Phillies 2, Braves 5... OMG a sweep!
July 03, 2009 by
Talking Chop
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by John Bazemore - AP
Atlanta Braves relief pitcher Mike Gonzalez, left, and Philadelphia Phillies Jayson Werth look for the umpire's call after Werth tried to score from third on a wild pitch in the eighth...
Atlanta Signs OF Garret Anderson to 1-Year Deal
February 22, 2009 by
Online Sports Guys
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After Ken Griffey Jr. became Sleepless in Seattle once again, the
Atlanta Braves moved quickly to sign free agent OF Garret Anderson from
the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim ((just had to say the whole
thing...just rolls off the tongue...)). The Braves signed the veteran
outfielder...
Game 157 Recap: Marlins 5, Braves 4
September 29, 2009 by
Sports Page Atlanta
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More photos » by Gregory Smith - AP Atlanta Braves' Matt Diaz connects with a three-run home run against the Florida Marlins during the sixth inning of a baseball game Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2009, at Turner Field in Atlanta. Browse more photos » Hey, if over the last...
Open Thread 9/15: Mets at Braves
September 15, 2009 by
Talking Chop
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Tommy Hanson takes the mound for the Braves... playoff hopes still alive? We'll see. Still no Chipper in the lineup.
Lineup
New York Mets @ Atlanta Braves
09/15/09 7:10 PM EDT
New York Mets Atlanta Braves
Luis Castillo - 2B
Nate McLouth - CF
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Hello, Mister Anderson
March 05, 2009 by
Bugs & Cranks
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Last week, the Braves signed outfielder Garret Anderson. That was days ago, and I
Griffey spurns Atlanta, signs with Seattle instead
February 19, 2009 by
The Scores Report
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In one of the stranger baseball stories this offseason, Ken Griffey Jr. has decided not to sign with the Braves, instead he’ll head back to Seattle, where he started his career 19 years ago.
Here’s how the story unfolded:
The Journal-Constitution first reported...
Handicapping the Braves' Outfielders
March 13, 2008 by
BravesBlast
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So we all know that Jeff Francoeur will start in right field for the Braves this year, but can Josh Anderson knock off Mark Kotsay as the starting center fielder? And is Matt Diaz ready for his own starting job, or will he platoon with Brandon Jones? Check in to find out.
A review of the Braves arbitration eligible players
28 days ago by
Tireball.com
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Yesterday I took the time to break down the arbitration eligible players on the Braves roster. While I figure Peter Moylan, Matt Diaz and even Boone Logan to be picked up I have a tough time seeing Ryan Church and especially Kelly Johnson wearing a tomahawk on their chest in 2010....
Braves Down Cardinals 12-5
March 27, 2008 by
BravesBlast
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Tim Hudson was strong in his start today against the St. Louis Cardinals.? Though he gave up two unearned runs, he only gave up 3 hits in four innings.? Scott Thorman led the offensive charge with 4 RBIs and a three run homer.? Matt Diaz helped out as well with three hits in three at-bats, [...]
Braves Beat Reds–Now Off to Boston
The Braves managed to salvage the final game of the three game series against the suddenly explosive Reds, thanks to 6 innings of 3 hit ball from their rookie hurler, Tommy Hanson, who won his second straight start in impressive fashion, and made sure no one started second guessing...
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