Former Braves pitching coach Roger McDowell had an epic meltdown involving homophobic slurs and sexual gestures, and then he kept his job.
Deion Sanders Says He Could Still Play in the NFL and MLB at 52: ‘I Could Play a Limited Role’
Deion Sanders dominated two professional sports in his prime, and he didn’t hesitate when asked if he could still do so today at 52.
Atlanta Braves Hall of Famer Chipper Jones Has a Huge Net Worth
A look at the life, career, and net worth of Atlanta Braves legend and Hall of Famer Chipper Jones.
Two Bouts With Cancer Cost Andrés Galarraga a Chance at 500 Home Runs
Andrés Galarraga was one of baseball’s best power hitters in the 1990s. Two bouts with cancer cost the All-Star a chance at 500 home runs.
Andruw Jones Earned Nearly $130 Million and If Scouts Are Right, His Son Could Make More
Andruw Jones was one of baseball’s best players for a decade. The legendary Braves outfielder has a son ready to follow in his footsteps.
Yasiel Puig Tests Positive for Coronavirus and Is Now a Free Agent Again
Yasiel Puig just agreed to a one-year deal with the Atlanta Braves, but failed a COVID-19 test and is back on the free-agent market for now.
The Atlanta Braves Have No Intentions of Changing Their Name
The Atlanta Braves have made it clear that the team will not be changing their name anytime soon. The organization values the name.
The Tragic Death of Skip Caray Shocked the Atlanta Braves Community
Skip Caray was a well known name in the Atlanta area for many years. When he died it was a blow to the Braves organization.
Otis Nixon Was Reported Missing in 2017 and We Still Don’t Know Where He Went
Former MLB base-stealing threat Otis Nixon was reported missing in 2017 and we still don’t know where he went.
What Happened to Hall of Fame Pitcher John Smoltz?
Hall of Fame pitcher John Smoltz is one of the all-time greats that played for the Atlanta Braves and he is still involved in the game.
David Justice’s Sons Are Making Names for Themselves in Football
Former Atlanta Braves outfielder David Justice’s sons are making names for themselves in the world of football.
The Night the Atlanta Braves and Their Stadium Caught Fire
In 1993 the Atlanta Braves’ Fulton County Stadium caught on fire before the game started. Interestingly, that game was a spark for the Braves’ strong finish to the 1993 season.
Ex-Astros Outfielder Preston Tucker Just Turned a Korean Home Run Into a $30,000 Car
Former Houston Astros outfielder Preston Tucker, now playing in the KBO, won a $30,000 car by hitting a home run. Here are the details.
Michael Bourn Made Over $60 Million in Baseball and is Now Sharing the Wealth
Former Astros outfielder Michael Bourn made over $60 million in a long career. Bourn is now a Houston landlord doing right by his tenants.
Mike Hampton’s $121 Million Pitching Contract Was All for His Kids
Mike Hampton didn’t just point to money about why he signed the biggest for a pitcher in 2001. Hampton did it for his kids’ schooling.
Hank Aaron Broke Babe Ruth’s Home Run Record on This Day in 1974
Atlanta Braves legend Hank Aaron hit his 715th home run on April 8, 1974. Here’s what happened that fateful night in Atlanta.
What Happened to Controversial MLB Pitcher John Rocker?
A look back at the career and controversial comments of former MLB pitcher John Rocker and what he did after leaving baseball.
Hank Aaron Tied Babe Ruth’s Home Run Record on This Day in 1974
Baseball legend Hank Aaron hit his 714th home run on this day in 1974. How did the baseball world react to the milestone?
A Look Back at Brian Jordan, the ‘Other’ Two-Sport Star
Brian Jordan, who played professionally for the Atlanta Braves and Atlanta Falcons, is always the forgotten two-sport athlete.
World Series Champion and Former Yankee Nick Swisher Has Hopes of Being a Manager or GM One Day
Nick Swisher was big for the New York Yankees during the team’s 2009 World Series run. What is Swisher up to now?
This Day in Baseball: Manny Ramirez Lifts Red Sox to Earliest Opening Day Win in History
On this day 12 years ago, Boston Red Sox left fielder Manny Ramirez had four RBIs in the earliest Opening Day in MLB history.
Like Tom Brady, These Recent MLB Stars Looked Weird in Other Uniforms
Tom Brady isn’t the only star athlete who played for a different team at the end of his career. Here are some baseball stars who did the same.
Will the Braves’ Roster Makeover Featuring Marcell Ozuna Actually Work?
The Braves procured one of the MLB players most responsible for keeping them from advancing in the postseason last year: Marcell Ozuna.
Are the Braves Already in Trouble in the NL East Because of Cole Hamels?
The Braves are coming off two straight 90-win seasons and NL East titles. They hoped to improve the team by signing free agent Cole Hamels.
Who Is That Masked Runner at Atlanta Braves Games Known as The Freeze?
Just who is that masked runner, known as The Freeze, who races fans between innings at Atlanta Braves baseball games?
The 2020 NL Cy Young Sleeper You May Not Know
Mike Soroka quietly produced one of the best rookie seasons for a starting pitcher in decades. Now it’s time for him to make the jump to elite.
Is Hank Aaron Still Alive?
Hank Aaron is one of the most legendary players in MLB history. His records have stood the test of time and are eye-popping even to this day.
The One Hank Aaron Home Run Stat That Might Surprise You
Hank Aaron is one of the most beloved baseball players of all time. Everybody knows about his legendary career, but one stat is still surprising.
The 8 Best ‘Bark at the Park’ MLB Stadiums
Ballparks are doing fun things to entice fans, and one is Bark at the Park. After all, fans love watching an MLB game with their dogs.
7 Crazy Facts About the MLB Playoffs
Did you know the first World Series went eight games? Here are seven more crazy facts about the MLB Playoffs.
MLB: The Braves’ Addition of Billy Hamilton Might be the key to the Home Stretch
It was a quiet move that flew under the radar, but Billy Hamilton’s skill set might be just what the Braves need to make a World Series run.
Will Ronald Acuna Make MLB History in 2019?
Few baseball players combine speed and power. The Braves Ronald Acuna is one of them, and he might join the elite 40-40 club in 2019.
MLB: 4 Reasons the Atlanta Braves Will run Away With the NL East
The NL East was supposed to have four competitive teams, but the Atlanta Braves are running away with the division title. Here’s why.
MLB: Why Dallas Keuchel and the Atlanta Braves Make Sense for Each Other
What does starting pitcher Dallas Keuchel bring to the mound for the Atlanta Braves, and when will he debut? Let’s take a look.
MLB: Proof the Braves Ronald Acuna Jr. Could Become 1 of the Best Baseball Players Ever
Does the Braves’ Ronald Acuna Jr. have what it takes to become one of baseball’s greatest players ever? One stat indicates he does.
MLB Money: The Most Expensive Tickets in Baseball for 2017
Attending an MLB game can be cheap, but the resale market can change things fast. Here are the 10 most expensive teams to see in 2017.
5 Worst MLB Teams of the Modern Era
Fans might be annoyed by their tanking teams, but today’s clubs are no match for the 5 worst MLB teams in modern history.
MLB: 5 Teams Nobody Cares About Anymore
MLB teams experience highs and lows, but when the lows last too long, people lose interest. Here are the 5 teams that nobody cares about anymore.
5 MLB Teams That Clinched Their Divisions the Fastest
The Chicago Cubs are close to clinching the NL Central. Here are 5 teams that clinched their divisions earlier than anyone in modern MLB history.
MLB: 5 Managers Who Could Be Fired After the 2016 Season
5 MLB managers are in the hot seat and could be fired at the end of the 2016 season. Here are the need-to-know details about each situation.
MLB: 5 Teams That Won Over 100 Games But Fizzled in the Playoffs
Triple-digit wins doesn’t mean you’ll succeed in the postseason. Here are 5 MLB teams that won 100-plus games, and then fell flat in the playoffs.
MLB: The Braves Are Setting a New Standard for Tanking
While we were prepared for a bad Braves team, no one expected it would reach this level.
5 MLB Teams and Their ‘Star Wars’ Logos
We don’t know if you noticed, but Star Wars is back. Yeah, we know — stop the presses. The latest film was a massive success, and proved, if nothing else, that this particular brand of science fiction storytelling is enduring in it’s popularity and reach. But sports fans have known that for years We’re, of …
MLB: The 5 Best Closers in the League
In the MLB, having a dominant closer is a premium luxury, and here are the top 5 in the game today.
MLB: The 5 Most Influential Plays in World Series History
Based on Grantland’s use of the ‘Championship Probability Added,’ here’s a look at the five most influential plays in World Series history.
MLB: 5 Biggest September Chokes in Baseball History
The Kansas City Royals and St. Louis Cardinals look on their way to the 2015 MLB playoffs. They try to avoid joining this infamous group of September chokers.
MLB: 5 Pitchers With New Fantasy Values After the Trade Deadline
Here are 5 MLB pitchers whose Fantasy value is rising or falling after the trade deadline.
Swing and a Miss: MLB’s 10 Most Unhittable Pitchers in 2014
These ten MLB pitchers have gotten the highest percentage of batters to swing and miss in 2014. The best will surprise many fans.
7 Best MLB Defenders of 2014 By the Numbers
Everyone loves diving catches, but statistics sometimes point to even better defensive performances. Here are MLB’s 7 best in 2014.
Top 7 All-Time Best Pairs of Players in MLB History
Data journalism website FiveThirtyEight has explored the best pairs of position players in any given season in MLB history. Who came out on top?
