Tag Archives: Atlanta Braves
Exclusive: Interview with lefty pitcher Chris Nunn
Chris Nunn and Twitter sensation go hand in hand. Looking to shake things up and garner some interest, Nunn posted a bullpen on social media and his whole world changed. 100mph on flat ground, and within a couple days, offers …
Kerry Ligtenberg: Saves and Sideburns
I went back to an article I wrote on former Atlanta Braves closer Kerry Ligtenberg in 2010. It’s always fun to reflect on past stories of players who were never supposed to succeed but ended up becoming one of those …
Former Atlanta Braves All-Star begins first season with LI Ducks
The Independent Long Island Ducks of the Atlantic League have signed former Atlanta Braves All-Star, Jair Jurrjens. Inking deals in the independent leagues never really registers on national scale, but to really put this into perspective, Jurrjens is a great …
The GM’s Perspective Exclusive: Is the Chicago White Sox Signing Of Andruw Jones The Correct Move?
The Chicago White Sox have signed 32-year-old outfielder Andruw Jones. If this was 2006, one could considered this a blockbuster signing. But three years is a long time in Major League Baseball and in those three years, the 10-time Gold-Glover …
GM’s Perspective Exclusive – Labor Day Brings Reflection On MLB Trade Deadline
When Labor Day hits, as baseball fans we all know that the season is coming to a close, thus giving us time to reflect on the most recent trade deadline deals. It is also an opportunity to try to come …
Tampa Bay Rays Season Preview
The Tampa Bay Rays may have surprised the baseball world last season, not by finally making the playoffs and winning the American League Championship, but I think what surprised people the most was their staying power; their ability to withstand …