http://www.mail.com/people/257376-brian-mccann.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/people/257376-brian-mccann.html 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/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/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/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/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/basketball/1778686-durant-scores-41-streaking-thunder-top-hawks.html ATLANTA (AP) — Oklahoma City's biggest stars displayed a unique version of balanced scoring against Atlanta: Russell Westbrook led the Thunder in the first half and Kevin Durant dominated the Hawks over the final two quarters. Durant set a season high with 41 points and Oklahoma City held off Atlanta 100-92 on Wednesday night for its 12th straight win. We... Thu, 20 Dec 2012 09:58:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/basketball/1778686-durant-scores-41-streaking-thunder-top-hawks.html 2012-12-20T09:58:00Z 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/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