http://mlb.mlb.com ATL Homepage News Thu, 20 Jun 2013 02:33:21 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_06_20_nynmlb_atlmlb_1&mode=preview&vkey=preview_web_home&c_id=atl Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:41:21 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_06_20_nynmlb_atlmlb_1&mode=preview&vkey=preview_web_home&c_id=atl While Mike Minor will be trying to keep the Mets contained in the finale of a five-game series at Turner Field on Thursday, Jon Niese will be seeking his first win since May 16, a span of four starts. Quinn Roberts http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_06_19_nynmlb_atlmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=atl Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:53:34 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_06_19_nynmlb_atlmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=atl The Braves released frustrations that lingered from Tuesday's doubleheader by besting Shaun Marcum in a 5-3 win over the Mets on Wednesday behind Kris Medlen. Mark Bowman http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130619&content_id=51130416&notebook_id=51145824&vkey=notebook_atl&c_id=atl Wed, 19 Jun 2013 19:12:39 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130619&content_id=51130416&notebook_id=51145824&vkey=notebook_atl&c_id=atl After signing with the Braves for $1.7 million on Wednesday, Jason Hursh, the 31st overall selection in the 2013 First-Year Player Draft, toured the clubhouse and watched batting practice before that night's game against the Mets. Mark Bowman and Eric Single http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130619&content_id=51130416&notebook_id=51146292&vkey=notebook_atl&c_id=atl Wed, 19 Jun 2013 19:12:37 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130619&content_id=51130416&notebook_id=51146292&vkey=notebook_atl&c_id=atl Braves manager Fredi Gonzalez's decision to move Freddie Freeman up to the third spot in his batting order on Wednesday was influenced by the approach the Mets took facing him Tuesday. Mark Bowman and Eric Single http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130619&content_id=51130416&notebook_id=51146150&vkey=notebook_atl&c_id=atl Wed, 19 Jun 2013 19:12:34 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130619&content_id=51130416&notebook_id=51146150&vkey=notebook_atl&c_id=atl Alex Wood will be available to pitch out of Atlanta's bullpen at some point during this upcoming weekend's series against the Brewers. Mark Bowman and Eric Single http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_06_18_nynmlb_atlmlb_2&mode=recap_home&c_id=atl Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:34:52 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_06_18_nynmlb_atlmlb_2&mode=recap_home&c_id=atl After coming up short in their bid to rally late against Matt Harvey in the first game of Tuesday's doubleheader at Turner Field, the Braves were unable to solve Zack Wheeler as he enjoyed a successful Major League debut and helped the Mets complete a sweep with a 6-1 win in the nightcap. Mark Bowman http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130618&content_id=51015922&vkey=news_atl&c_id=atl Tue, 18 Jun 2013 20:08:02 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130618&content_id=51015922&vkey=news_atl&c_id=atl This was not the ideal situation for Alex Wood to make his first Major League start. The highly regarded Braves pitching prospect had not thrown more than 35 pitches in any of the six relief appearances he had made since joining Atlanta's bullpen on May 30. The left-hander struggled with his command and lasted just three innings in a 4-3 loss to the Mets. Mark Bowman http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_06_18_nynmlb_atlmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=atl Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:41:54 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_06_18_nynmlb_atlmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=atl Matt Harvey was cruising, as he recorded a career-high 13 strikeouts, and did not allow a hit through the first six innings in the opener of Tuesday's day-night twin bill at Turner Field. But the Braves chased him during a three-run eighth inning that forced the Mets to sweat out a 4-3 victory. Mark Bowman http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130618&content_id=50984238&vkey=news_atl&c_id=atl Tue, 18 Jun 2013 12:42:54 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130618&content_id=50984238&vkey=news_atl&c_id=atl The Braves placed Evan Gattis on the 15-day disabled list on Tuesday morning with a right oblique strain. Infielder Tyler Pastornicky was recalled from Triple-A Gwinnett to fill Gattis' roster spot. Mark Bowman http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130618&content_id=50991174&vkey=news_atl&c_id=atl Tue, 18 Jun 2013 13:25:18 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130618&content_id=50991174&vkey=news_atl&c_id=atl There were some tired eyes in Atlanta's clubhouse on Tuesday morning. Even before Freddie Freeman ended Monday night's 2-1 win over the Mets with a walk-off home run at 1:22 a.m. ET, the Braves were already bracing themselves for a quick night's sleep before Tuesday's day-night doubleheader. Eric Single http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_06_17_nynmlb_atlmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=atl Tue, 18 Jun 2013 02:53:23 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_06_17_nynmlb_atlmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=atl Dillon Gee was bidding for his first career shutout before Freddie Freeman drilled a two-run ninth-inning home run that gave the Braves a 2-1 walk-off win over the Mets on Monday at Turner Field. Mark Bowman http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130617&content_id=50916058&notebook_id=50915936&vkey=notebook_atl&c_id=atl Mon, 17 Jun 2013 19:05:15 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130617&content_id=50916058&notebook_id=50915936&vkey=notebook_atl&c_id=atl Members of the Braves' medical staff praised Brandon Beachy for the discipline and dedication he showed after undergoing Tommy John surgery on his right elbow. His hard work was credited to the fact that he went nearly a full year without experiencing any of the expected setbacks. But in a cruel twist of fate, the minor setback came eight days before the one-year anniversary of his surgery. Mark Bowman and Eric Single http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130617&content_id=50916058&notebook_id=50915678&vkey=notebook_atl&c_id=atl Mon, 17 Jun 2013 19:05:13 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130617&content_id=50916058&notebook_id=50915678&vkey=notebook_atl&c_id=atl Alex Wood appeared calm on the eve of his first Major League start, which will be in the first game of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Mets. With the benefit of six relief appearances in the Majors already under his belt, Wood has been able to adjust to the bright lights at a comfortable pace. Mark Bowman and Eric Single http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130617&content_id=50899172&vkey=news_atl&c_id=atl Mon, 17 Jun 2013 14:44:54 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130617&content_id=50899172&vkey=news_atl&c_id=atl Pitcher Tim Hudson, at the age of 37, has had a long career in a game that is often punctuated by one-hit wonders, would-be stars that fizzled before they dazzled. Hudson didn't fizzle. Why? Meggie Zahneis http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_06_16_sfnmlb_atlmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=atl Mon, 17 Jun 2013 00:53:52 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_06_16_sfnmlb_atlmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=atl Julio Teheran escaped two bases-loaded threats unscathed and Freddie Freeman highlighted his three-hit night against Tim Lincecum with a first-inning single that proved decisive for the Braves during Sunday night's 3-0 win over the Giants at Turner Field. Mark Bowman http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130616&content_id=50860192&notebook_id=50862696&vkey=notebook_atl&c_id=atl Sun, 16 Jun 2013 20:40:07 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130616&content_id=50860192&notebook_id=50862696&vkey=notebook_atl&c_id=atl Braves outfielders B.J. and Justin Upton were joined by their father, Manny "Bossman" Upton, and B.J.'s 3-year-old son, Riley, as the four took the field to throw out the ceremonial first pitch before Sunday night's Father's Day game against San Francisco. Mark Bowman and Eric Single http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130616&content_id=50860192&notebook_id=50860826&vkey=notebook_atl&c_id=atl Sun, 16 Jun 2013 20:11:26 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130616&content_id=50860192&notebook_id=50860826&vkey=notebook_atl&c_id=atl Braves manager Fredi Gonzalez confirmed Alex Wood will make his first Major League start during the first game of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Mets at Turner Field. Gonzalez made the announcement after Sunday night's 3-0 win over the Giants. Mark Bowman and Eric Single http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130616&content_id=50860192&notebook_id=50861036&vkey=notebook_atl&c_id=atl Sun, 16 Jun 2013 20:08:37 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130616&content_id=50860192&notebook_id=50861036&vkey=notebook_atl&c_id=atl There were certainly some questions about the arm strength Brian McCann would be able to generate coming off a major shoulder surgery. But as opponents have been successful with just 57 percent of their stolen-base attempts against him this year, the six-time All-Star catcher has exceeded expectations from the defensive end. Mark Bowman and Eric Single http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130616&content_id=50860192&notebook_id=50860814&vkey=notebook_atl&c_id=atl Sun, 16 Jun 2013 20:06:51 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130616&content_id=50860192&notebook_id=50860814&vkey=notebook_atl&c_id=atl The Braves' upcoming doubleheader with the Mets this week will offer Braves manager Fredi Gonzalez the increasingly rare opportunity to arrange back-to-back starts for Evan Gattis. Mark Bowman and Eric Single http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130616&content_id=50812374&vkey=news_atl&c_id=atl Sun, 16 Jun 2013 20:00:25 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130616&content_id=50812374&vkey=news_atl&c_id=atl Justin Upton dropped from first to second among NL outfielders in the All-Star voting, but he is still on pace to make his first start in the Midsummer Classic. Mark Bowman http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_06_15_sfnmlb_atlmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=atl Sat, 15 Jun 2013 21:00:47 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_06_15_sfnmlb_atlmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=atl B.J. Upton went deep for his seventh and eighth home runs of the year, and the Braves put together a two-run, ninth-inning rally capped by Freddie Freeman's walk-off single with the bases loaded to draw even in their weekend series vs. the Giants with a 6-5 win Saturday afternoon at Turner Field. Eric Single http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130615&content_id=50719660&notebook_id=50719592&vkey=notebook_atl&c_id=atl Sat, 15 Jun 2013 16:48:55 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130615&content_id=50719660&notebook_id=50719592&vkey=notebook_atl&c_id=atl An off-day Thursday doomed Braves reliever Alex Wood to his most challenging appearance as a Major Leaguer in the seventh inning of Friday's 6-0 loss to the Giants. But despite his rocky outing, Wood may have moved closer to returning to his natural role as a starter. Eric Single http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130615&content_id=50719660&notebook_id=50719990&vkey=notebook_atl&c_id=atl Sat, 15 Jun 2013 16:42:42 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130615&content_id=50719660&notebook_id=50719990&vkey=notebook_atl&c_id=atl That Brandon Beachy suffered a minor setback in his recovery from Tommy John surgery was far from surprising. It was the timing of that setback -- less than a week before Beachy was set to return to the rotation -- that frustrated the Braves right-hander. Eric Single http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130615&content_id=50715160&vkey=news_atl&c_id=atl Sat, 15 Jun 2013 15:26:49 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130615&content_id=50715160&vkey=news_atl&c_id=atl From every corner of Braves Country -- six different states in all -- 23 boys and girls ages 7-14 came to Turner Field on Saturday morning to show off their baseball fundamentals in the same facilities as their big league idols in the Pitch, Hit and Run Atlanta championship sponsored by Scotts. Eric Single http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_06_14_sfnmlb_atlmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=atl Sat, 15 Jun 2013 00:04:56 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_06_14_sfnmlb_atlmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=atl Starter Kris Medlen and the rest of the Braves pitching staff fell victim to a barrage of doubles, and Atlanta hitters struck out 12 times as the Braves stumbled to a 6-0 loss in their series opener against the Giants on Friday night at Turner Field. Eric Single http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130614&content_id=50626414&notebook_id=50627926&vkey=notebook_atl&c_id=atl Fri, 14 Jun 2013 19:52:05 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130614&content_id=50626414&notebook_id=50627926&vkey=notebook_atl&c_id=atl Brandon Beachy's much-anticipated return from Tommy John elbow reconstruction surgery will have to wait past Tuesday. The Braves scratched the right-hander from his season debut in next week's doubleheader against the Mets after Beachy felt more tenderness than usual after a three-inning start for Triple-A Gwinnett at Rochester on Thursday. Eric Single http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130614&content_id=50626414&notebook_id=50626130&vkey=notebook_atl&c_id=atl Fri, 14 Jun 2013 19:31:18 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130614&content_id=50626414&notebook_id=50626130&vkey=notebook_atl&c_id=atl Since giving up the game-winning run in the 10th inning last Friday, Braves righty Anthony Varvaro has made a pair of entrances in the middle of an inning and closed out the frame without incident, the most recent member of the Atlanta bullpen to undergo a minor role change and adjust on the fly. Eric Single http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130614&content_id=50588828&vkey=news_atl&c_id=atl Fri, 14 Jun 2013 00:48:24 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130614&content_id=50588828&vkey=news_atl&c_id=atl B.J. and Justin Upton not only learned the game of baseball from their father, Manny, the man better known by family and friends as "Bossman" taught the future Atlanta Braves stars how to carry themselves on and off the field. Matthew Leach http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130612&content_id=50426902&notebook_id=50426904&vkey=notebook_atl&c_id=atl Wed, 12 Jun 2013 15:55:40 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130612&content_id=50426902&notebook_id=50426904&vkey=notebook_atl&c_id=atl New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick would have approved of the simple answers Braves general manager Frank Wren provided on Wednesday in response to questions about his team's rotation plans once Brandon Beachy returns next week. Mark Bowman http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_06_12_atlmlb_sdnmlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=atl Wed, 12 Jun 2013 20:48:06 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_06_12_atlmlb_sdnmlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=atl After the Padres completed a three-game sweep of the Braves with Wednesday afternoon's 5-3 win, Atlanta manager Fredi Gonzalez remained relatively upbeat. Instead of focusing on the three-run first inning Paul Maholm endured in the loss, he focused on the bad luck his team encountered during the three-game series. Mark Bowman