Chris Sale’s first year in Atlanta was a smashing success. In what now feels like a distant memory, several Braves fans grumbled when Alex Anthopoulos traded top prospect Vaughn Grissom for the former Red Sox ace in late December 2023. These concerns were certainly warranted at the time as Sale, 35, had thrown a total of 155 innings over the previous four seasons due to … [Read more...] about Can Chris Sale Continue His Success After a Landmark 2024 Season?
Jon Morosi Cites Braves, Mets as Fits for Starters Heaney, Gibson
With January coming to a close, MLB insider Jon Morosi discussed pitchers and catchers reporting to spring training in a couple of weeks as well as the market for free agent pitchers Kyle Gibson and Andrew Heaney in an appearance on MLB Network. On Hot Stove, Morosi said that Gibson and Heaney could be fits for the New York Mets or Atlanta Braves, with both teams looking to … [Read more...] about Jon Morosi Cites Braves, Mets as Fits for Starters Heaney, Gibson
Pair of Padres Starters Linked to Mets and Braves
According to Pat Ragazzo of Sports Illustrated, the New York Mets and the Atlanta Braves are interested in San Diego Padres starting pitchers Dylan Cease and Michael King. Earlier this week, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reported that the Padres were open to trading King. With Cease, trade speculations have also risen recently. Both starters performed strong last season for the … [Read more...] about Pair of Padres Starters Linked to Mets and Braves
Jurickson Profar Signs Three-Year Deal with Braves
After weeks of rumors and speculation, Jurickson Profar has finally made a decision on his future. Profar has agreed to a three-year, $42 million deal with the Atlanta Braves, the team announced on Thursday. Profar was one of the top outfielders available, but he has finally come off the board and is the latest signing in what has been a busy free-agent market. #Braves Sign … [Read more...] about Jurickson Profar Signs Three-Year Deal with Braves
Félix Mantilla, Infielder Who Broke up Harvey Haddix’s Perfect Game, Has Passed Away
Félix Mantilla, who played every infield and outfield position for four major league teams in 11 seasons, has passed away. Mantilla is best known for breaking up Harvey Haddix’s perfect game in the bottom of the 13th inning on May 26, 1959, and being a member of the 1962 New York Mets team that lost 120 games. He was 90 years old. Félix Mantilla Has Passed Away Mantilla, one of … [Read more...] about Félix Mantilla, Infielder Who Broke up Harvey Haddix’s Perfect Game, Has Passed Away