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On YouTubeAtlanta Braves News / Bluebird Banter / September 20
Happy Birthday Ken Giles 
Ken Giles turns 34 today. When the Blue Jays picked up Giles in the Roberto Osuna trade on July 30, 2018, he came with his baggage. We all saw the video of him hitting himself.
MLB News / The Good Phight / August 30
Ken Giles thrived as the Phillies closer in August 2015
Since acquiring Jhoan Duran last month, Phillies fans have delighted in watching him close out games by throwing 100+ MPH fastballs. While the 2015 Phillies weren’t nearly as successful on the field as this year’s version, in August of that season, fans also got to enjoy watching a flamethrowing righthander serve as the closer.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / December 23, 2024
Braves veteran free agent drawing interest from multiple teams
A Braves veteran is drawing interest from multiple teams in free agency. According to MLB insider Jon Morosi, Ken Giles is garnering interest on a minor league deal.
The 'MLB active doubles leaders' quiz
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Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / December 23, 2024
Braves Righty 'Drawing Interest' from Multiple MLB Clubs
An Atlanta Braves relief pitcher has been drawing interest from multiple clubs. According to MLB insider Jon Morosi, veteran righty Ken Giles in being
The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees
The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.
MLB News / Bluebird Banter / September 20, 2024
Happy Birthday Ken Giles and Zach Pop
Ken Giles turns 34 today. When the Blue Jays picked up Giles in the Roberto Osuna trade on July 30, 2018, he came with his baggage. We all saw the video of him hitting himself.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 4, 2024
Former closer Ken Giles could make Braves debut soon
In case you missed it, Pierce Johnson has been placed on the 15-day IL with elbow inflammation. In a corresponding move Jackson Stephens has taken his place on the active roster.
Atlanta Braves News / Last Word On Sports / March 8, 2024
Braves Send Former Closer to Minor League Camp
The Atlanta Braves reassigned Ken Giles to their minor league camp Friday. It ends the former closer’s bid to make the Opening Day roster. Giles was hoping to get his injury-plagued career back on track; he had stints with the Philadelphia Phillies, Houston Astros and Toronto Blue Jays.
Atlanta Braves News / ESPN / March 8, 2024
Braves reassign RHP Giles to minor league camp
The Atlanta Braves reassigned Ken Giles to their minor league camp Friday, ending the former closer's bid to make the opening day roster.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 8, 2024
Braves Send Three Down to Minor League Camp, Including Veteran Relief Option
The Atlanta Braves continue to narrow down the list of players in major league camp, making three more moves today. The team optioned reliever Ray Kerr and outfielder J.P.
Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / February 29, 2024
Braves Notes: Brian Snitker on Tyler Matzek, Ken Giles
Brian Snitker discussed the spring debuts of a pair of veteran relievers Thursday in North Port. Tyler Matzek made his much-anticipated return to the mound for the Atlanta Braves this past Monday.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
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MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 28, 2024
Ex-Astros closer making career resurgence with ‘unhittable sliders’ that struck out Bryce Harper
Ken Giles was once regarded as one of baseball’s best relievers. The 33-year-old previously pitched for the Philadelphia Phillies, Houston Astros, Toronto Blue Jays, and Seattle Mariners.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 29, 2024
Braves reliever makes huge first impression against Phillies stars with 'unhittable' pitch
The reliever's effort was particularly impressive given what he's gone through in the last few years.
MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / February 5, 2024
Dodgers Minor League Free Agent Joins Atlanta Braves
Ken Giles was once known as a 100-mph closer for the 2017 World Series champion Houston Astros. He appeared in 21 minor league games in the Dodgers' organization in 2023 and logged an earned run average of 9.50. Friday, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reported Giles signed a minor league contract with the Atlanta Braves.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 2, 2024
Former star closer signs with NL contender, gets another chance to resurrect career
Ken Giles is getting another chance to resurrect his career by signing a minor league contract with the Atlanta Braves with an invitation to spring training on Friday.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / January 23, 2024
Former Dodgers Minor Leaguer Looking to Make MLB Comeback
Right-handed relief pitcher Ken Giles will throw a bullpen session in an attempt to make an MLB comeback, per Jon Heyman of the New York Post. Giles spent the 2023 season with the Dodgers' Triple-A affiliate Oklahoma City.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Bluejaysnation / January 22, 2024
Former Blue Jay closer Ken Giles looking to make Major League comeback
A former Blue Jay closer is looking to make a comeback. According to NY Post’s Jon Heyman, Ken Giles is set to throw a bullpen on January 26 for teams, hoping to reignite his MLB career.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / January 20, 2024
Former World Series champion holding workout in comeback attempt
Veteran reliever Ken Giles is trying to make a Major League comeback.
Seattle Mariners News / Yardbarker / June 20, 2022
Mariners designate former All-Star Sergio Romo for assignment, activate Ken Giles
The 39-year-old is probably best known for his days with the San Franciso Giants from 2008 to 2016, during which he won three World Series titles, earned an All-Star nod in 2013 and recorded 84 of his 137 career saves.
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