2009 Atlanta Braves Thread

bigfische · April 5, 2009 4:24AM

Major changes this off season, we shall see how they work out.

I am wondering if some of Francoeur's struggles last season were attributed to him getting nailed in the head last spring training. He might have never felt comfortable at the plate and could not get himself out of the slump. Maybe the offseason helped him regain some confidence.

I am also glad Bobby let Schafer have the CF job. It is hopefully the beginning of great player for many years.

I assume we will see Hanson up sometime in mid June when Glavine has either been injured or knoced around too much. As much as I respect Glavine, he was not a good signing for the Braves, he has been topping out in the low 80s. All he is doing is blocking hanson.

perkdog · April 5, 2009 4:46AM

I think Javier Vasquez will do really well for you guys this year. Im not sure I agree with the deal you did for Chipper though, he was a stud last year but he is creeping up there in age and its tough to get him out there without injuries it seems.

estang · April 5, 2009 8:12AM

This is the first year I can remember where I've totally lost touch with who is playing what position for the Braves. It's like a whole different team. It should be interesting to watch. Their AAA minor league team is now in Gwinnett County, just one hour drive from Turner Field.

bigfische · April 5, 2009 8:28AM

<< <i>I think Javier Vasquez will do really well for you guys this year. Im not sure I agree with the deal you did for Chipper though, he was a stud last year but he is creeping up there in age and its tough to get him out there without injuries it seems. >>

I agree. While i am very happy Chipper will finish his career a Brave, 3 years to an upper 30's, often injured player, is not a good move from an organizational stand point.

lsutigers1973 · April 5, 2009 8:45AM

I look forward to bumping this thread in Septmeber when the Braves are 5 games ahead of the Sillies.

CrimsonTider · April 5, 2009 9:22AM

2-0 Go Braves! McCann 1st homer of the season

bigfische · April 5, 2009 9:36AM

well, Meyers still sucks.

bigfische · April 5, 2009 9:46AM

Nice start for lowe so far.

CrimsonTider · April 5, 2009 9:47AM

Ryan Howard just K=Out!!!!!

stevek · April 5, 2009 9:47AM

Phillies always start the season slow - i ain't worried about it.

BunchOBull · April 5, 2009 9:48AM

Too bad Escobar. Nice shot.

stevek · April 5, 2009 9:48AM

This season is deadly serious - there's a huge sigline bet at stake - i just e-mailed the Phillies and told them they'd better win it this season - for me!

grote15 · April 5, 2009 10:06AM

Lots of people in the Sillies dugout keep asking Cole Hamels, how ya feeling big guy? Feeling good, right? Right??

lsutigers1973 · April 5, 2009 10:07AM

Schafer is halfway home for the cycle after 2 at bats.

BunchOBull · April 5, 2009 10:08AM

Exciting start for the kid.

stevek · April 5, 2009 10:37AM

The Braves and Mets fans are out chirpin' tonight - we'll see how long that chirpin' lasts. Remember, "He who chirps last, chirps best"

bigfische · April 5, 2009 10:40AM

We got plenty of more chirpin to do this season.

stevek · April 5, 2009 10:51AM

2 friggin hits in 6 friggin innings - that sure is not good

stevek · April 5, 2009 10:53AM

I'm glad this ain't football where i think they play a lot less games per season than in baseball - otherwise I'd be worried about losing this game - i'm not the least bit worried about it.

stevek · April 5, 2009 10:57AM

Attaboy - the heartless Braves looking to lose this game...they haven't done squat since the 2nd inning.

I'm predicting a big inning for the Phils coming up - GUARANTEED!!!!

stevek · April 5, 2009 11:05AM

Well congrats to Braves fans on winning the first one - Long way to go - approximately 100 or 150 more i believe.

I'm telling ya though the Phillies always, i mean always get off to a slow start.

bigfische · April 5, 2009 11:35AM

And thats why i love Ryan Howard.

CrimsonTider · April 5, 2009 11:40AM

Our closer is a little shakey. He makes me nervous.

I'm always nervous when we roll out the closer, except when we had Smoltz. He was an awesome closer. He came in with four pitches and made batters look silly. I miss him, I can't bear to see him in a Red Sox jersey. Thats about as painful as seeing D Murphy kicking it in a Phillies and Rockies uni

BunchOBull · April 5, 2009 11:41AM

Gonzalez scared me there for a second, but he calmed down. Solid finish.

CrimsonTider · April 5, 2009 11:41AM

Braves win, Braves win, Braves win!

perkdog · April 5, 2009 11:43AM

Congrats to Braves fans for an opening day win!

bman90278 · April 5, 2009 11:29PM

So far the Braves are the ones to beat in MLB!!!!!! Only 161 more games to go. lol

brian

bigfische · April 6, 2009 7:41PM

Cant wait to see Jair back in action tonight.

bigfische · April 7, 2009 8:50AM

Nice to see johnson tee one off of the old man to open the game up.

bigfische · April 7, 2009 9:27AM

Chipper goes yard!

Lookin good Moyer!

lsutigers1973 · April 7, 2009 9:32PM

Where's lil Kevie?

Braves 2-0

Phillies 0-2

BunchOBull · April 8, 2009 7:23AM

That was a disasterous 7th inning...too bad, I was looking forward to the sweep. When they picked up 2 runs in the 2nd, I had a feeling this was going to be a long day.

bigfische · April 8, 2009 10:43AM

Its ok, im sure poor Lidge will get a case of the Pujolses again after that Diaz shot.

joestalin · April 8, 2009 10:53AM

<< <i>Its ok, im sure poor Lidge will get a case of the Pujolses again after that Diaz shot. >>

yeah you mean after last year.....oh wait nevermind.

bigfische · April 11, 2009 2:14AM

man our bullpen blows. At least we won a 1 run game, that didnt happen much last season.

Why not bring Hanson to the pen if it doesnt shape up? A la Joba.

bigfische · April 12, 2009 10:53AM

5-1, obviously a nice start.

Glavine was pulled after two innings in a rehab start because of his hurt shoulder, does this mean we see Hanson earlier than expected, or do they keep him in the minors longer anyways?

bigfische · May 9, 2009 9:13AM

We aint out of it yet, Phillies cant pitch and Mets, well they are the Mets.

bigfische · May 24, 2009 9:41AM

Ok, so ill just keep talking to myself in this thread. Some quick hits-

Great road trip followed by a nice homestand capped off by a sweep of the former AL east leader.

I am anxious to see Medlen take the hill again against the Giants.

I hope Frank Wren is scurrying around trying to get a trade for Holliday, Mcclouth, or Dunn. Really almost decent player would be a big improvement over what Francoeur and Schafer have given us thus far. It is sad when Garrett "I refuse to run fast" Garrett is our most productive outfielder.

Our Top three pitchers are maybe the best three in the bigs. No one absolute dominant ace, but a very high chance of winning each night with either Jurrjens, Lowe, ir Vasquez on the hill. Kawakama has also been coming through in big games, he is a good #4 with potential to be much better than most teams #3 pitchers.

bigfische · June 3, 2009 10:06AM

What a crazy and great evening!
Hanson up!
Mclouth in!
Glavine out.....

Though i didnt think glavine had a spot on this team, i didnt want to see him go like this.

ernie11 · June 5, 2009 7:35PM

I hope there is an eternal curse upon the Braves for how they treated Glavine.

CrimsonTider · June 6, 2009 1:52AM

I like Bobby Cox

Goot · June 7, 2009 8:32AM

Rough first start by Hanson, but I've got faith.

Thank god for Chipper Jones.

bigfische · June 7, 2009 9:50AM

<< <i>Rough first start by Hanson, but I've got faith.

Thank god for Chipper Jones. >>

Hell of a day by Chipper.

I think Hanson did much better than his ERA showed. He kept his WHIP down and just need to learn that there a people like Braun in the bigs than can hurt you in a hurry.

joestalin · August 16, 2009 2:02PM

<< <i>We aint out of it yet, Phillies cant pitch and Mets, well they are the Mets. >>

2009 Atlanta Braves Thread

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