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Braves Monday Odds and Ends
6 hours ago by
Talking Chop
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Several things popping up on this Monday in the world of the Atlanta Braves
First... There are several people planning on attending Brian McCann's Celebrity Softball Game this Friday, November 13th at Georgia Tech. It's for a great cause, and we'll get a little bit...
Four Atlanta Braves file for Free Agency
3 days ago by
Talking Chop
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The Atlanta Braves had four of five eligible players file for free agency yesterday. First baseman Adam LaRoche, outfielder Garret Anderson, pinch hitter Greg Norton, and reliever Mike Gonzalez all filed for free agency, leaving only reliever Rafael Soriano yet to file.
The two...
Free Agent at the End of the Season: Rafael Soriano
October 08, 2009 by
Jorge Says No
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When you think of dominant closers, Rafael Soriano is generally not a name that comes to mind. However, if Soriano is able to consistently put up big numbers like he did in 2009, then he will have to be in the discussion. When Soriano is healthy, he's a fantastic relief pitcher...
8 Relievers Hendry Should Consider
28 days ago by
Another Cubs Blog
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In honor of Phil Rogers, ACB is going to make a list of available players for each position that the Cubs could use help at in 2010. First up is the bullpen, which pretty much sucked in 2009.
Rafael Soriano: Soriano became the Braves closer at the end of the 2007 season. After...
Braves Rally, Can't Beat 'Stros
March 19, 2008 by
BravesBlast
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Jo-Jo Reyes started today in hopes of redeeming his spring that has been riddles with bad outings and a high earned run average. Instead, he gave up five runs in four innings and dropped the Braves in a hole they couldn't recover from.
Miguel Tejada Hits A Walk-Off Single To Beat Rafael Soriano
I was gonna title this - Tommy Hanson tells cops - gee officers, I don't know what happened. I got pulled leading 1-0 in the 9th after giving up no walks, 5 piddly singles, NO hard hit balls and 99 Ks and a whole lot of stunned, dazed looking Astros faces only to watch Rafael Soriano...
Game 109 Recap: Braves 4, Dodgers 5
August 07, 2009 by
Talking Chop
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I suppose the dominance and success that Rafael Soriano enjoyed for much of the season couldn't continue indefinitely. Our big mean-looking reliever didn't look very mean to the Dodgers hitters. In the ninth inning it was a different kind of three up three down for the...
Rafael Soriano Back on DL
August 03, 2008 by
BravesBlast
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Rafael Soriano is back on the disabled list for the third time this year with elbow inflammation. He's only pitched in 14 games for the Braves this season.
Game 159 Recap: Nationals 2, Braves 1
October 01, 2009 by
Talking Chop
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by John Amis - AP
Atlanta Braves' Tommy Hanson delivers a pitch against the Washington Nationals during the first inning of a baseball game, Thursday, Oct. 1, 2009, in Atlanta.
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Top-5 Off-Season Questions for the Atlanta Braves: #3
October 06, 2009 by
Talking Chop
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by Tom Mihalek - AP
Should Mike Gonzalez re-assume the closer's role for the Atlanta Braves in 2010?
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We continue our look at the top-5 questions facing the...
Locking in the Closer
January 25, 2008 by
BravesBlast
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The Braves took a step late Thursday to address one of their obvious flaws ever since John Smoltz moved back to the starting rotation. Not content to simply go to arbitration with Rafael Soriano, the Braves signed him to a two year deal.
John Smoltz's Season, and Maybe Career, Is Over
June 04, 2008 by
AccuScore.com
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John Smoltz has been one of the best pitchers of his generation. He decided today to undergo season-ending surgery that will end his season, and possibly his career. Even if he never picks up a baseball again he is worthy of a spot in the Hall of Fame.
Game 79 Recap: Braves 9, Nationals 8
July 03, 2009 by
Talking Chop
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by Nick Wass - AP
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That ended up being a close game, as the Braves closer Rafael Soriano battled some wildness in the ninth inning to get the save after allowing 2 runs to score...
Rafael Soriano to the DL, Randy Johnson off the DL: FANTASY IMPACT
April 09, 2008 by
Fantasy Sports Experience
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Some big DL news made on Wednesday. We explain what to do in Soriano's absence and what to expect from Johnson when he returns from the DL.
Wickman to DL; Who Will Close?
With the recent struggles of aging Braves closer Bob Wickman, the question has been asked numerous times this week: if Wickman were to get the yank, who would close between Rafael Soriano or Mike Gonzalez?
Now that Wickman's hitting the DL, the question got decidedly more interesting...
MLB Trade Rumors: Mike Gonzalez and Rafael Soriano To Be Dealt??
July 08, 2009 by
Fake Teams
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by John Bazemore - AP
2 months ago:
Atlanta Braves relief pitcher Mike Gonzalez reacts after getting the final out in the ninth inning of a baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals in Atlanta on Tuesday...
Smoltz Pitches, Feels No Pain
May 25, 2008 by
BravesBlast
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If you think the Braves' bullpen is nasty now (they recently went 17 innings without allowing a run), wait until John Smoltz is closing games, Rafael Soriano returns from the DL, and Mike Gonzalez makes his first appearance since Tommy John surgery last year.
Reliever Soriano gets rare night off
Baltimore — Rafael Soriano got a rare night off Saturday, after pitching five times in the previous seven days.
Cubs World Series is Easy in 2010
24 days ago by
Another Cubs Blog
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As I was watching parts of the ALCS tonight I realized how easy it would be for the Cubs to not just be favorites in the NL, but huge favorites. Really, it’s very simple. The team could easily do it if they wanted to and there’s really no reason not to. Here’...
Jurrjens Beat Up By Nats
March 22, 2008 by
BravesBlast
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Jair Jurrjens started for the Braves today and gave up 10 hits in five innings of work. The Braves fell to the Nationals as the Braves' offense forgot to show up. Closer Rafael Soriano and setup man Peter Moylan looked good as they pitched an inning each.
One Bleepin' Run - Cubs 1 Braves 4
July 08, 2009 by
Chicago Cubs Online
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Game Eighty-Two - Cubs 1 Braves 4
WP - Kenshin Kawakami (5-6) LP - Kevin Hart (0-1) Save - Rafael Soriano (10)
The frustration surrounding the Chicago Cubs might be hitting a boiling point ... and not with just the Faithful. After another pathetic performance by the offense, Lou...
Game 123 Recap: Marlins 3, Braves 4
August 22, 2009 by
Talking Chop
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by John Bazemore - AP
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Thank the stars, a win! Why does it seem like ages since we last won a game? The Braves, behind Tommy Hanson, pulled off the game-2 victory over the Marlins...
Eight Was Not Enough
September 09, 2009 by
Baseball Musings
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The Braves Tommy Hanson threw eight shutout innings against the Astros Wednesday night, allowing five hits and no walks while striking out seven. He threw just 98 pitches, about 12 per inning as he worked very efficiently. He did not come out for the ninth as Bobby Cox brought in Rafael...
Open Thread 9/12: Braves at Cardinals
September 12, 2009 by
Talking Chop
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Let's see if Tim Hudson can guide the Braves to another one-nothing win.
Current Series
3 game series vs Cardinals @ Busch Stadium
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Braves lead the series 1-0
Fri 09/11
WP: Jair Jurrjens (11 - 10) SV: Rafael Soriano LP: Joel Pineiro (14 - 10) ...
Sanders Says: Greinke, Cubs, Rafael Soriano
Zack Greinke pulled ahead in the Cy Young race, going 8 innings and striking out 15. He's only 12-8, but we all know W-L record is a pile of crap anyway.Adam Wainwright and Wandy Rodriguez had an epic duel last night, Wainwright did not allow a run through 8 innings, and Wandy...
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