Smoltz Likely to Return to Bullpen

John Smoltz, who is currently serving the first week on the disabled list, is reportedly going to return as the Atlanta Braves closer once his shoulder heals. The revelation reported here is a serious blow to the Braves rotation already reeling from inconsistency and injuries. Although Smoltz would solidify the closer position for a very [...]

Do The Braves Know What A Walk Is?

First, let’s address the rotations problems. Peter Moylan, the Atlanta Braves best reliever, was placed on the disabled list with a strained right elbow. This does not bode well for the Braves, a team already struggling to win tight games and beat bad teams like the Florida Marlins. I can’t name you four players on [...]

No break in the clouds

Well, folks, we are only 12 games into the 2008 campaign and the Atlanta Braves have ALREADY lost Hampton, Soriano, and now most likely Glavine (although we are keeping our fingers crossed that the hamstring injury isn’t serious and hen can avoid a maiden voyage on the DL).  There have a few bright spots so [...]