The Hampton Era Comes To a Close

It’s Tuesday, it’s December, but the fun is just getting started.
All you Mike Hampton haters can forget about the idea of seeing Hampton’s comeback completed in Atlanta. He’s gone.
Announced today, Mike Hampton will don a Houston Astros uniform for the second time in his career. Either to right the ship or to finish on a [...]

Braves Still in the Hunt for Pitching

First off I have to say, the Yellow Jackets have sent me on a roller coaster. I’ve gone from ecstasy and hopefulness a week ago to downright depression and anger today.
At least my Hawks are off to a 4-0 start! For the first time in 10 years they’re undefeated to start the season. And though [...]

How President Obama Will Help My Braves

Hey folks! I’m JB. Here’s your Braves blog for the day.
I’m still enjoying the weekend I had and still on the job hunt. It’s a little tough these days but don’t worry about ol’ JB!
Before we get started today I just want to say. Don’t let the title of today’s post fool you. We’re not [...]

Braves Sweep, Head to Shea One Last Time

So I missed the recap to post on Friday after Thursday night’s game but here’s the deal… I was busy. Sorry.
We swept the Rockies at home and got our first series sweep since May. (yay) If saving face and seeing our young talent perform well (Blanco, Escobar, Jurrjens) means anything to you then there are [...]

Braves Get Win for Jurrjen in Attempt to Save Face

The Braves hit back hard at the Nationals for 10 runs and secured the series win. Along with not completely embarrassing ourselves in front of the home crowd again while playing the Nats, it gives Jurrjens his first victory since August 9th!
Jair only lasted five innings while struggled with his control allowing 6 hits and [...]