Latest Braves updates

The Braves suffered a tough loss losing to the Reds 3 to 1 after a strong outing by Randall Delgado. Johnny Venters gave up two runs and suffered the loss. Coming into todays action though, Atlanta had just swept the St. Louis Cardnials, and are now a half game out of first place for the NL East. They howver have a big lead in the wildcard. In the Braves rumor mill, they signed 27 year old veteran Felix Pie, who has been hitting a .330 clip this year, and hit for the cycle in 2009 with the Baltimore Orioles. When deemed ready to come to the bigs, Pie will serve as a bench player providing speed, and many starts giving guys like Prado, Bourn, or Heyward the day off. Agent Scott Boras has indeed spoken to Frank Wren about resigning a red hot Micheal Bourn. A deal is very well possible, but more likely when the season comes to a halt. If a contract can be signed the Braves are looking at a 5 year 60 millon dollar deal which could conceal the arguabely best leadoff hitter in the bigs. Your thoughts? Comment below, and GO BRAVES!!!

Latest Braves update

The Braves had an ugly start to their 2012 Season Campaign. Although, after an 0 and 4 start, they have gone 14 and 5. They stand half a game out of first place. The Nationals hold a 0.5 game lead at 14 and 8. Atlanta has seen some great production out of their lineup. The biggest asset has been Micheal Bourn who is now batting .338 after a slow 3 for 24 start. Freddie Freeman is still clobbering the ball as well. The Braves start a 3 games series tonight as the Phillies come to town. First pitch is at 7, and Brandon Beachy (2-1) 1.05 ERA goes againt Cole Hamels (3-1) 2.73 ERA. If your curious about potential trades for the Braves, as of now it looks like we will wait to deal until July. Most Braves fans also worry about what will happen if Micheal Bourn walks after this years season and becomes a free agent. Here are the top 4 canidates to replace him.
1. B.J Upton
2. Juan Pierre
3. Shane Victarino
4. Chris Young
We all hope Bourn comes back, but this is a bunch of guys the Braves like and you could see one in a Braves uniform in July! GO BRAVES!!

Braves looking for answers

The Atlanta Braves were off to their worst start in franchise history since 2003, when they were swept in their opening series. They then lost their first game against the Astros. The Braves though, have won their last 2 games and are starting to come alive. Micheal Bourn however is off to a slow 3 for 24 start, while Jason Heyward hit 2 bombs last night. It will take a while for all Braves players to get into the swing of things. One more piece to the puzzle and Atlanta could be looking at a great season. Frank Wren has not made many major moves, but he has ceartinly looked at the market out there. He has inquired on Will Venable, only to hear he was not avaliable. They also looked at Marlon Byrd, but nothing has come from their yet. They looked at asking for Xavier  Nady, nothings come from their either. BJ Upton is still a possile target as the Braves look for that World Series piece to the puzzle. Today is an off day but Friday they start a 3 game home series with the Brewers! GO BRAVES!

Braves lose again and are swept

The Atlanta Braves came into opening week looking to start fresh after their September collapse. It was all but there. The Braves got swept, and were almost shut out 3 times. Today Jonathan Niese flirted with a no hitter until he lost command and the Braves finally got to him. It was too late though. Atlanta is still struggling and were all wondering how to fix it. But time will come, and the Braves look to start it tomorrow as they play the Astros at 7:05. Brandon Beachy gets the ball. Go Braves!!!!

Braves fall to the mets 1 to 0

The braves came into opening day looking to start strong after a huge collapse last year. It wasnt there. Atlanta lost to the New York Mets 1 to 0. Tommy Hanson had an impressive outing though. Johan Santana was a beast going 5 innings. The braves had 4 hits. They play the mets again Saturday. Go braves!!!!

Braves sign Chad Durbin

The Atlanta braves are staying busy, and have inked relief pitcher Chad Durbin to a major league deal. This was the last piece to the bullpen for Atlanta. Now all they need is a outfielder, and a shortstop. The braves are almost there! In other news Tyler pastornicky will start a shortstop this year, and Randall Delgado won the fifth rotation spot and Julio Tehran is sent down to triple A. Check back for the latest news and a chat will be live Saturday at 2 where you can ask me all baseball questions!

Braves sign veteran Hernandez and acquire Francisco

The braves have been busy of late. They have signed 37 year old veteran Livan Hernandez to a 1 year deal. He will serve in the bullpen and be able to make spot appearances. Also the braves have acquired third baseman power hitter Juan Francisco from the reds for JJ Hoover. Fransisco is a power hitter who will spell Prato at third untill chipper returns. These two acquisitions are just another plus to the braves advantage to hit the post season! I wouldn't be surprised if Atlanta makes one more signing or trade though! Make sure to check back here and go braves!