http://www.mail.com/organizations/13322-atlanta-braves.html Mail.com - the best personalized free web-based Email en en http://sec-s.uicdn.com/mail.com/2.28/img/mailcom_logo_rss.png http://www.mail.com/organizations/13322-atlanta-braves.html http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/2103130-twins-plouffe-concussion-7-day-dl.html ATLANTA (AP) — The Minnesota Twins placed third baseman Trevor Plouffe on the seven-day disabled list with a concussion Wednesday after he was struck in the head by Dan Uggla's shin while breaking up an attempted double play. Plouffe was injured in the 10th inning of Tuesday night's 5-4 loss to the Atlanta Braves. He slammed into Uggla's leg sliding into ... Wed, 22 May 2013 16:46:02 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/2103130-twins-plouffe-concussion-7-day-dl.html 2013-05-22T16:46:02Z http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/2083482-upton-huge-game-return-to-arizona.html PHOENIX (AP) — Justin Upton put on quite a show in his return to Phoenix. Upton snapped a 14-game homerless drought and had four hits to help the Braves snap a three-game losing streak. "It was the Justin show," Braves third baseman Chris Johnson said with a smile. Upton, the first overall pick by Arizona in the 2005 amateur draft, was playing his first g... Tue, 14 May 2013 05:41:41 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/2083482-upton-huge-game-return-to-arizona.html 2013-05-14T05:41:41Z http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/2083126-justin-upton-returns-to-arizona-braves-uniform.html PHOENIX (AP) — Justin Upton had a huge night in his return to Arizona with the Atlanta Braves. Making his first trip to Chase Field as a visiting player, Upton homered and had four hits in Atlanta's 10-1 victory over the Diamondbacks on Monday night. Before the first pitch, he said his goal was to treat it like any other game. Turned out, it wasn't. ... Tue, 14 May 2013 05:02:17 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/2083126-justin-upton-returns-to-arizona-braves-uniform.html 2013-05-14T05:02:17Z http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/2080842-giants-hit-3-hrs-to-lincecum-beat-braves-5-1.html SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — With all the ups and downs in recent seasons, including his demotion to the bullpen for the playoffs, Tim Lincecum can appreciate the strong starts when most everything goes right — reminding himself, from his own experiences, how quickly things change. Backed by solo home runs from Pablo Sandoval, Brandon Belt and Marco Scutaro, Linc... Mon, 13 May 2013 00:45:06 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/2080842-giants-hit-3-hrs-to-lincecum-beat-braves-5-1.html 2013-05-13T00:45:06Z http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/2064516-6-time-all-star-mccann-set-to-dl-monday.html ATLANTA (AP) — Atlanta's six-time All-Star catcher Brian McCann is ready to come off the disabled list on Monday when the Braves open a series in Cincinnati. McCann had surgery to repair a torn labrum in his right shoulder last October. Braves manager Fred Gonzalez said McCann was expected to complete his rehab assignment with Triple-A Gwinnett on Sunday ... Sun, 05 May 2013 17:48:05 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/2064516-6-time-all-star-mccann-set-to-dl-monday.html 2013-05-05T17:48:05Z http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/2055032-hudson-homers-200th-win-braves-beat-nats-8-1.html ATLANTA (AP) — As a .179 career hitter, Tim Hudson doesn't expect much when he steps to the plate. After pulling off the unlikely feat of hitting a homer in his 200th career win, Hudson concluded "The stars were aligned and it was meant to be." Hudson was a dual threat in his milestone win, dominating on the mound over seven innings and hitting a homer a... Wed, 01 May 2013 02:45:58 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/2055032-hudson-homers-200th-win-braves-beat-nats-8-1.html 2013-05-01T02:45:58Z http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/2048332-sanchez-fans-17-to-set-tigers-record.html DETROIT (AP) — For one night at least, Anibal Sanchez changed the pitching pecking order in the Detroit clubhouse. Sanchez struck out 17 in eight marvelous innings, and the Tigers routed the Atlanta Braves 10-0 on Friday night. It was a dazzling performance by Sanchez, who broke Mickey Lolich's team record of 16 strikeouts. Yes, even J... Sat, 27 Apr 2013 07:27:40 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/2048332-sanchez-fans-17-to-set-tigers-record.html 2013-04-27T07:27:40Z http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/2048124-sanchez-fans-17-tigers-beat-braves-10-0.html DETROIT (AP) — Anibal Sanchez approached the dugout with the crowd at Comerica Park roaring its approval, then he took off his hat to acknowledge the fans. Aware of his pitch count, he realized his night was probably done — but what an evening it was. Sanchez struck out 17 in eight marvelous innings for Detroit, confounding the Atlanta Braves in a dazzlin... Sat, 27 Apr 2013 03:37:40 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/2048124-sanchez-fans-17-tigers-beat-braves-10-0.html 2013-04-27T03:37:40Z http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/2040738-upton-brothers-back-to-back-braves-sweep-dh.html DENVER (AP) — In their first season with the Atlanta Braves, Justin and B.J. Upton have become the new bash brothers. The power-hitting siblings cracked back-to-back homers for the first time, leading Atlanta past the Colorado Rockies 10-2 Tuesday night to complete a doubleheader sweep that began with the coldest game at Coors Field. "... Wed, 24 Apr 2013 05:13:39 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/2040738-upton-brothers-back-to-back-braves-sweep-dh.html 2013-04-24T05:13:39Z http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/2038346-jason-heyward-dl-appendectomy.html DENVER (AP) — Atlanta Braves right fielder Jason Heyward was placed on the 15-day disabled list on Tuesday after an appendectomy. The team said late Monday that Heyward had surgery at Rose Medical Center in Denver. Manager Fredi Gonzalez said before the opener of Tuesday's day-night doubleheader against Colorado that there was no set timetable for Heyward... Tue, 23 Apr 2013 18:38:05 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/2038346-jason-heyward-dl-appendectomy.html 2013-04-23T18:38:05Z http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/2025014-with-10-straight-wins-rosy-atlanta.html ATLANTA (AP) — Chipper Jones retired last year, Bobby Cox the season before that. Despite the loss of two franchise cornerstones, the Atlanta Braves seem to be as steady as ever. Only 13 games into the season, the Braves have lost just once. They've won 10 straight — best in the majors — and already lead the National League East by 4½ games. ... Wed, 17 Apr 2013 07:46:10 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/2025014-with-10-straight-wins-rosy-atlanta.html 2013-04-17T07:46:10Z http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/2024590-royals-overcome-5-hrs-braves-6-3-loss.html ATLANTA (AP) — Kansas City manager Ned Yost won't hesitate to give the ball to Kelvin Herrera again soon. Even after a rough outing against the Atlanta Braves. Herrera (1-1) gave up solo homers in the eighth inning to Jason Heyward, Justin Upton and Dan Uggla and the Royals could not recover in a 6-3 loss to the Braves on Tuesday night. ... Wed, 17 Apr 2013 03:20:14 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/2024590-royals-overcome-5-hrs-braves-6-3-loss.html 2013-04-17T03:20:14Z http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/1991598-harpers-homers-newtown-salute-mark-opening-day.html Josh Hamilton jumped into a cab, headed to Great American Ball Park and got all nostalgic. The Los Angeles Angels newcomer saw Cincinnati fans packed downtown and remembered making his big league debut in the same spot a while ago. "People are lined up in the streets, there's the parade," he said. "It's just an awesome feeling. It never gets old — opening... Tue, 02 Apr 2013 02:57:16 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/1991598-harpers-homers-newtown-salute-mark-opening-day.html 2013-04-02T02:57:16Z http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/1951940-want-tix-spring-training-crowds-this-year.html KISSIMMEE, Fla. (AP) — Fresh from pitching against solid Atlanta hitters, Jake Westbrook faced a far trickier test: Guess how much fans paid for box seats to watch the exhibition game. "Hmmm, I have no idea," the St. Louis starter ventured. "Twenty bucks?" Gotcha! $54 for top tickets sold Tuesday at the Braves' ballpark at Walt Disney World Resort. "Wow,"... Wed, 13 Mar 2013 22:10:32 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/1951940-want-tix-spring-training-crowds-this-year.html 2013-03-13T22:10:32Z http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/1946354-chipper-pinstripes-well-yanks-cashman-tried.html VIERA, Fla. (AP) — Chipper Jones putting on pinstripes? The banged-up New York Yankees would love to have him. General manager Brian Cashman even said so Monday, expressing interest in the retired Atlanta Braves star. "He'd be perfect," Cashman said at Yankees' camp in Tampa. "I'd take Larry in a heartbeat. I think everybody would." ... Mon, 11 Mar 2013 20:18:11 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/1946354-chipper-pinstripes-well-yanks-cashman-tried.html 2013-03-11T20:18:11Z http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/1943624-jeter-rivera-spring-training-debuts.html TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — In a few years, this will be a scene from Old-Timers' Day: Derek Jeter and Mariano Rivera walking on the field to loud ovations. For now, though, it is a sight the banged-up Yankees had been waiting for: their captain and closer returning to the field following major injuries. Jeter and Rivera made their 2013 spring training debuts Satu... Sat, 09 Mar 2013 22:00:38 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/1943624-jeter-rivera-spring-training-debuts.html 2013-03-09T22:00:38Z http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/1942340-column-streaks-nice-championships-better.html Blowouts. Narrow margins of victory. Lucky breaks. Overwhelming opponents with superior skills. It all adds up to a pair of remarkable streaks in Miami and Chicago. Yet, the funny thing about these testaments to consistent success: They don't mean nearly as much if you don't come out on top in the final game of the season. ... Sat, 09 Mar 2013 04:44:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/1942340-column-streaks-nice-championships-better.html 2013-03-09T04:44:00Z http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/1909026-cabrera-duels-with-kimbrel-tigers-beat-braves-2-1.html KISSIMMEE, Fla. (AP) — The first game of spring training can provide some unusual scenarios. Such as Detroit slugger Miguel Cabrera facing Atlanta closer Craig Kimbrel — in the third inning. Coming off baseball's first Triple Crown season since 1967, Cabrera grounded out against Kimbrel before finishing his day with a drive to the warning track in center ... Fri, 22 Feb 2013 21:51:53 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/1909026-cabrera-duels-with-kimbrel-tigers-beat-braves-2-1.html 2013-02-22T21:51:53Z http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/1843564-arizona-sends-upton-to-braves-7-player-deal.html PHOENIX (AP) — Justin Upton is having a family reunion in Atlanta. Arizona traded its star right fielder to the Braves on Thursday in a seven-player deal that sent former All-Star infielder Martin Prado to the Diamondbacks. For the first time since he was a high school freshman, Upton will have older brother B.J. Upton as a teammate. ... Thu, 24 Jan 2013 21:36:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/1843564-arizona-sends-upton-to-braves-7-player-deal.html 2013-01-24T21:36:00Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/celebrity/1796082-wife-ex-brave-andruw-jones-files-divorce.html LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. (AP) — The wife of former Atlanta Braves star Andruw Jones filed for divorce about a week after she accused him of grabbing her neck and saying he wanted to kill her, according to a court document. Nicole Jones said their 10-year marriage is "irretrievably broken," according to the divorce complaint filed in a suburban Atlanta court Mon... Wed, 02 Jan 2013 18:59:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/celebrity/1796082-wife-ex-brave-andruw-jones-files-divorce.html 2013-01-02T18:59:00Z http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/1786626-braves-player-arrested-battery-charge.html DULUTH, Ga. (AP) — Former Atlanta Braves star center fielder Andruw Jones was free on bond after being arrested in suburban Atlanta early Tuesday on a battery charge, according to jail records. Around 1:30 a.m. Tuesday, police responded to a call for a domestic dispute between Jones and his wife in Duluth. Gwinnett County Detention Center records say Jone... Wed, 26 Dec 2012 08:27:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/1786626-braves-player-arrested-battery-charge.html 2012-12-26T08:27:00Z http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/1735884-wright-mets-agree-to-138m-deal-hanson-traded.html David Wright agreed to the richest contract in Mets history, Tommy Hanson was traded to the Angels and Brian Wilson became a free agent on a busy day in baseball when dozens of players were dumped by their teams. Houston scooped up Philip Humber, hoping he's a perfect fit, and Mariano Rivera returned for another season with the Yankees. He'll be throwing ... Sat, 01 Dec 2012 05:42:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/1735884-wright-mets-agree-to-138m-deal-hanson-traded.html 2012-12-01T05:42:00Z http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/1734762-braves-trade-hanson-to-angels-walden.html ATLANTA (AP) — The Braves traded Tommy Hanson to the Los Angeles Angels for former closer Jordan Walden on Friday, clearing a spot in the Atlanta rotation for Julio Teheran, Randal Delgado or another young starter. Hanson has seen a decrease in his velocity as he battled rotator cuff tendinitis in 2011 and a lower back strain in 2012. Angels general manag... Fri, 30 Nov 2012 22:44:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/1734762-braves-trade-hanson-to-angels-walden.html 2012-11-30T22:44:00Z http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/1731566-bj-upton-braves-finalize-7525m-5-year-deal.html ATLANTA (AP) — Jason Heyward was in the audience as B.J. Upton was introduced Thursday as Atlanta's new centerfielder. That made manager Fredi Gonzalez smile as he realized he didn't have to worry so much about finding the third starter in his outfield. "Shoot, we may not even need a left fielder," Gonzalez said. "With him playing center and Jason, who ju... Thu, 29 Nov 2012 21:42:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/1731566-bj-upton-braves-finalize-7525m-5-year-deal.html 2012-11-29T21:42:00Z http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/1730646-upton-headed-to-braves-pettitte-returns-to-yanks.html B.J. Upton is on his way to Atlanta, while Andy Pettitte is staying in pinstripes. With the winter meetings only days away, baseball's offseason began to heat up Wednesday with a pair of moves involving potential closers: Ryan Madson joined the Angels and Jonathan Broxton remained with the Reds. Hours later, the Braves made big news. L... Thu, 29 Nov 2012 07:27:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/1730646-upton-headed-to-braves-pettitte-returns-to-yanks.html 2012-11-29T07:27:00Z http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/1730262-ap-source-upton-braves-reach-75m-5-year-deal.html ATLANTA (AP) — Free-agent outfielder B.J. Upton and the Atlanta Braves have agreed to a $75.25 million, five-year contract, a person familiar with the deal said Wednesday night. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the deal had not been completed. It is expected to be announced Thursday once Upton passes his physical.... Thu, 29 Nov 2012 03:25:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/baseball/1730262-ap-source-upton-braves-reach-75m-5-year-deal.html 2012-11-29T03:25:00Z