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Nepotism Can Only Take You So Far: Chip Caray Done At TBS
Nepotism Can Only Take You So Far: Chip Caray Done At TBS
theghostofmoonlightgraham.wordpress.com — According to the Associated Press, Chip Caray will no longer be broadcasting baseball games for TBS. "Since... the end of the 2009 MLB Playoffs, we've had several discussions with Chip Caray regarding 2010 and beyond. Both sides agree that now is the right time to move ahead on different paths," (more) Nepotism Can Only Take You So Far: Chip Caray Done At TBS
Chip Caray done broadcasting Braves on TBS
sports.espn.go.com — Chip Caray has called his final baseball game for TBS.... (more) Chip Caray done broadcasting Braves on TBS

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Chip Caray out at Turner Sports
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Chip Caray out at Turner Sports
Chip Caray out at Turner Sports
ajc.com — Son of former Braves broadcaster will no longer call baseball games for Atlanta network.... (more) Chip Caray out at Turner Sports
Where Have You Gone Ruben Gotay
Where Have You Gone Ruben Gotay
kingsofkauffman.com — Today the St. Louis Cardinals signed 3B/2B-Ruben Gotay to a minor league contract and a spring training... invite. He will turn just 27 years old on Christmas Day and the fact that he just signed with the Cardinals reopens some wounds for me. If you don’t remember Ruben Gotay, you’ve ... (more) Where Have You Gone Ruben Gotay
The Free Agent Guessing Game
The Free Agent Guessing Game
wassupsports.wordpress.com — I am a follower of the site “mlbtraderumors.com” during the offseason and when it becomes closer to... the trade deadline of the baseball season. Usually, I am very interested and agree with a lot of what the site says. However, they posted their Top 50 Free Agent Predictions, and I ... (more) The Free Agent Guessing Game
The Happiest News Baseball Fans Will Hear Short Of “Buck, McCarver, Lost At Sea”
The Happiest News Baseball Fans Will Hear Short Of “Buck, McCarver, Lost At Sea”
cantstopthebleeding.com — “Chip Caray’s high-volume style was mixed with a penchant for bad play calls, embellishments and factual errors,”... writes the New York TImes’ Richard Sandomir . On the bright side, however, he never uttered an obscenity or openly fantasized about fellating Ron Gardenhire, ... (more) The Happiest News Baseball Fans Will Hear Short Of ...
TBS Says Goodbye To Caray
TBS Says Goodbye To Caray
slidingintohome.blogspot.com — Richard Sandomir is reporting that TBS has decided to part ways with announcer Chip Caray. Caray had... been the lead announcer for the MLB playoffs, and did Braves games. In a memo sent to company employees, David Levy, the president of Turner Sports, wrote on Monday: “Since the end of this ... (more) TBS Says Goodbye To Caray
Derek Lowe and Red Flags
fangraphs.com — Prior to the 2009 season, the Atlanta Braves signed Derek Lowe to a four year, 60 million... dollar contract. One year and 15 million dollars later, the Braves seem to be having second thoughts, as Lowe has been repeatedly mentioned in trade rumors.  ... (more) Derek Lowe and Red Flags
Back as the underdogs
Back as the underdogs
theropolitans.com — As a Mets fan, we’re used to the idea that we’re usually not the best.  Sure, I’ve... only been alive for 21 years, but for most of that short time, the Mets have rarely been considered the best team in their division. The Braves, before 2006, had won the division 11 straight years.  ... (more) Back as the underdogs
Cubs Looking at Another Expensive Reliever, Because, You Know, That Makes Sense
Cubs Looking at Another Expensive Reliever, Because, You Know, That Makes Sense
bleachernation.com — As if signing reliever John Grabow to a two year $7 million contract was not enough indignity... for a team approaching its budget limitations and with needs in the infield, the outfield, and at the back-end of the rotation, the Chicago Cubs are now interested in signing another big money ... (more) Cubs Looking at Another Expensive Reliever, Because, You ...
Lowe prefers not to be spun out of Braves’ rotation
boston.com — Lowe prefers not to be spun out of Braves’ rotation... (more) Lowe prefers not to be spun out of Braves’ rotation
Talking Chop Top-25 Braves Prospects:  1-5
Talking Chop Top-25 Braves Prospects: 1-5
talkingchop.com — The future of the Atlanta Braves organization, the number-1 prospect in baseball, Jason Heyward (Photo by C.B.... Wilkins) View full size photo » Our countdown ... (more) Talking Chop Top-25 Braves Prospects: 1-5
Submit Your Own Top-25 Braves Prospects
talkingchop.com — Every year after the crew of Talking Chop is done giving you our overview of the top-25... prospects in the Atlanta Braves organization, we ask you to submit your own version of the top-25 Braves prospects. The instructions are simple:  in the ... (more) Submit Your Own Top-25 Braves Prospects
Dennis Dixon to Start for Steelers
Dennis Dixon to Start for Steelers
talkingchop.com — Instead of a quarterback for Pittsburgh, Dennis Dixon could have been an outfielder for Atlanta. (Photo by... Pablo Martinez, Associated Press) View full size photo » ... (more) Dennis Dixon to Start for Steelers
Talking Chop Top-25 Braves Prospects:  21-25
Talking Chop Top-25 Braves Prospects: 21-25
talkingchop.com — A Talking Chop favorite, Riaan Spanjer-Furstenburg, just barely found his way into the top-25. View full size... photo » Our countdown of the top-25 prospects ... (more) Talking Chop Top-25 Braves Prospects: 21-25
Talking Chop Top-25 Braves Prospects:  16-20
Talking Chop Top-25 Braves Prospects: 16-20
talkingchop.com — Braves relief prospect Corey Gearrin should be able to find the majors with his deceptive side arm... delivery. (Photo by C.B. Wilkins) View full size photo »  ... (more) Talking Chop Top-25 Braves Prospects: 16-20
Talking Chop Top-25 Braves Prospects:  11-15
Talking Chop Top-25 Braves Prospects: 11-15
talkingchop.com — Atlanta Braves pitching prospect Edgar Osuna continues to improve as he moves up the minor league ladder.... View full size photo » Our countdown of the top-25 ... (more) Talking Chop Top-25 Braves Prospects: 11-15
Braves Re-Sign Boscan and Huber
Braves Re-Sign Boscan and Huber
talkingchop.com — Jean Boscan, a veteran of 13 Minor League seasons, was still vulnerable to a prank from precocious... youngster Freddie Freeman. View full size photo » It's not ... (more) Braves Re-Sign Boscan and Huber
Talking Chop Top-25 Braves Prospects:  6-10
Talking Chop Top-25 Braves Prospects: 6-10
talkingchop.com — Braves prospect Cody Johnson could be a force in the lineup if he learns to lower his... strikeouts. (Photo by C.B. Wilkins) View full size photo » Our ... (more) Talking Chop Top-25 Braves Prospects: 6-10
Lowe prefers not to be spun out of Braves’ rotation
boston.com — Lowe prefers not to be spun out of Braves’ rotation... (more) Lowe prefers not to be spun out of Braves’ rotation
How Can Fred McGriff Not Be Elected to the Hall of Fame?
How Can Fred McGriff Not Be Elected to the Hall of Fame?
bleacherreport.com — When compared to Lou Gehrig, Jimmy Foxx, George Sisler, Hank Greenberg, and Bill Terry, Fred McGriff is... not a Hall of Famer. But when compared to Tony Perez, Orlando Cepeda, Eddie Murray, and Harmon Killebrew, Fred McGriff is a first ballot Hall of ... (more) How Can Fred McGriff Not Be Elected to the Hall of Fame?
Is Mark DeRosa The Braves Best Option?
Is Mark DeRosa The Braves Best Option?
tomahawktake.com — The Atlanta Braves are showing some interest in Mark DeRosa, who hit 23 dingers this year and... hit for .250. He once was a Brave, and the Braves are showing interest again because he can play several different positions well. The Braves may also have interest in Josh Willingham, a player I ... (more) Is Mark DeRosa The Braves Best Option?
Rumor Mill: Lowe, Halladay, Bedard, Sheets, Lackey, Pen
Rumor Mill: Lowe, Halladay, Bedard, Sheets, Lackey, Pen
nybaseballdigest.com — We spoke to our main Yankees source down in Tampa on Wednesday night, who told us the... following: Atlanta contacted the Yankees to let them know that Derek Lowe is available to them. “They want to dump his salary, and Wren, (Braves’ GM Frank Wren), told “Cash” that ... (more) Rumor Mill: Lowe, Halladay, Bedard, Sheets, Lackey, Pen
Braves’ offseason looks bright
Braves’ offseason looks bright
braves.gearupforsports.com — Although Atlanta’s 2009 didn’t live up to expectations, they enter the 2010 offseason with a great deal... of confidence. This time last year Atlanta was engaged in talks with the San Diego Padres about starting pitcher Jake Peavy . Braves general manager Frank Wren was unable to ... (more) Braves’ offseason looks bright
Is the Chicago White Sox Signing Of Andruw Jones The Correct Move?
Is the Chicago White Sox Signing Of Andruw Jones The Correct Move?
thegmsperspective.com — The Chicago White Sox have signed 32-year-old outfielder Andruw Jones. If this was 2006, you could considered... this a blockbuster signing, except three years is long time in Major League Baseball, and in those three years, the 10-time gold-glover has seen his stock plummet. A ... (more) Is the Chicago White Sox Signing Of Andruw Jones The ...
Holliday open to playing in any part of the country
Holliday open to playing in any part of the country
newsday.com — November 25, 2009 By KEN DAVIDOFF ken.davidoff@newsday.com Quick Summary As he sits atop the free-agent market, Matt... Holliday says he can envision playing anywhere. Matt Holliday is open to Photo credit: David Pokress | Matt Holliday is open to ... (more) Holliday open to playing in any part of the country
Braves still rumored to be intersted in Wagner
Braves still rumored to be intersted in Wagner
tireball.com — A few weeks ago sources reported that the Atlanta Braves had interest in reliever Billy Wagner to... fill the role of the teams closer. Considering that Rafael Soriano who took over the role early last season, and Mike Gonzalez who also has experience in the position were free agents it was unsurprisin (more) Braves still rumored to be intersted in Wagner
BravesHeart Top 40 Prospects: #31-35
BravesHeart Top 40 Prospects: #31-35
bravesheart.com — Take a look at the next 5 Atlanta Braves prospects in the BravesHeart Top 40...this time, we... look at #31 through #35. (more) BravesHeart Top 40 Prospects: #31-35
More Sox Activity
More Sox Activity
duelingcouches.blogspot.com — Amid speculation that the Red Sox are making a major push for Roy Halladay, Boston also reportedly... has sought medical records for starter Kelvim Escobar and reliever Rafael Soriano. Michael Silverman of the Boston Herald reports that the Red Sox might take a look at Escobar, who has been ... (more) More Sox Activity
News & Notes - 11/25/09
News & Notes - 11/25/09
bravesheart.com — The latest batch of news & notes from the Atlanta Braves offseason, including tidbits on Mike Gonzalez,... Rafael Soriano, Jordan Schafer, Marlon Byrd, Jermaine Dye, Miguel Cabrera, Fernando Rodney, Billy Wagner, Octavio Dotel, and Adam LaRoche. Just a warning, this entry gets a little heated! (more) News & Notes - 11/25/09
Braves may target free-agent closer
Braves may target free-agent closer
mlb.mlb.com — By Mark Bowman / MLB.com 11/24/09 9:30 PM EST ATLANTA -- As expected, the early portion of... the free-agent season has proven to be rather quiet for the Braves and most every other Major League club. Still with the arrival of Thanksgiving, we move ... (more) Braves may target free-agent closer
Red Sox interested in two pitchers
Red Sox interested in two pitchers
digitalsportsdaily.com — The Boston Red Sox have requested the medial records on two free agent pitchers, Rafael Soriano and... Kelvin Escobar, according to the Boston Herald. As the Braves closer Soriano finished with 27 saves in 2009. Soriano is classified as a Type-A free agent and the Braves are expected to ... (more) Red Sox interested in two pitchers
Atlanta Braves
sbnation.com — AP Stats Certain photos copyright 2009 by Associated Press or Getty Images. Any commercial use or distribution... without the express written consent of Associated Press and Getty Images is strictly prohibited. AP Stats Scoreboard data copyright 2009 ... (more) Atlanta Braves
BravesHeart Top 40 Prospects: #36-40
BravesHeart Top 40 Prospects: #36-40
bravesheart.com — A look at the top 40 prospects of the Atlanta Braves, beginning with #40 and going to... #36 today. (more) BravesHeart Top 40 Prospects: #36-40
Brewers Sign John Halama
mlbtraderumors.com — Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports that the Brewers have signed John Halama to a minor-league deal with... an invitation to major league camp. Halama, 37, also drew interest from the Toronto Blue Jays. His career numbers are 56-48 with a 4.65 ERA. In 2009, ... (more) Brewers Sign John Halama
This Day In Mets Infamy With Rusty 11-24-09
This Day In Mets Infamy With Rusty 11-24-09
nleastchatter.com — Well so a new day has dawned for those of us who stay long and the forests... will echo with laughter ( yes Led Zeppelin !!)- and Citi Field stands there stoically as a megalith on Easter Island waiting for someone to gaze their eyes upon it with awe an amazement - instead of being the butt of ... (more) This Day In Mets Infamy With Rusty 11-24-09
News & Notes - 11/23/09
News & Notes - 11/23/09
bravesheart.com — Joe Lucia takes a look at the news & notes for November 23rd, including tidbits on Carl... Crawford, Jermaine Dye, Jordan Schafer, and Josh Willingham! Where do these guys fit into the future plans of the Braves? (more) News & Notes - 11/23/09
Derek Lowe: What’s His Trade Market?
Derek Lowe: What’s His Trade Market?
theghostofmoonlightgraham.wordpress.com — So can the Braves trade Lowe? Let's take a look at the pros and the cons of... Lowe and what teams would be interested in trading for the former member of Red Sox Nation. (more) Derek Lowe: What’s His Trade Market?
Braves seek to bolster offense
Braves seek to bolster offense
ajc.com — Atlanta has expressed interest in free agent Mark DeRosa, a former Braves infielder.... (more) Braves seek to bolster offense
Show #86: Checking in on the 2009 Braves’ Off Season
Show #86: Checking in on the 2009 Braves’ Off Season
atlantabaseballtalk.com — Tim Hudson’s extension. Trading Lowe or Vazquez? Outfield acquisitions. The closer situation. And the 2010 broadcast team.... (more) Show #86: Checking in on the 2009 Braves’ Off Season
Who's The Boss?
Who's The Boss?
fackyouk.blogspot.com — This guy is. Big day for Giants' TE Kevin Boss with 5 catches for 76 yards and... 2 TDs. He proved himself a worthy successor to Mark Bavaro's former position and number. Mario Manningham also had a good day for himself with 6 catches for 126, Steve Smith with 4 for 79, and Hakeem Nicks with 5 ... (more) Who's The Boss?
Report: Braves Attempting to Move Derek Lowe
talkingchop.com — From Ken Rosenthal , we learn that the Atlanta Braves have had what seems like several conversations... with teams about trading starting pitcher Derek Lowe , but they have had little luck finding a taker: The Braves' most extensive discussions ... (more) Report: Braves Attempting to Move Derek Lowe
Braves Add Five Players to 40-Man Roster
talkingchop.com — Today is the last day to set 40-man rosters to protect players from the Rule 5 draft... later this month. Per Mark Bowman, the Braves added five pitchers, left-handers Lee Hyde, Jose Ortegano and Jonny Venters and right-handers Jeff Lyman and Kyle ... (more) Braves Add Five Players to 40-Man Roster
Interesting Free Agent Rankings
Interesting Free Agent Rankings
talkingchop.com — More photos » by Winslow Townson - AP Billy Wagner could wind up in an Atlanta Braves... uniform next year. Browse more photos »  ... (more) Interesting Free Agent Rankings
Royals sign former Braves pitcher Jorge Campillo
talkingchop.com — Royals sign former Braves pitcher Jorge Campillo I did not see that coming... no, wait, yes I did.... (more) Royals sign former Braves pitcher Jorge Campillo
Braves Top-10 Minor League Relief Pitchers (6-10)
Braves Top-10 Minor League Relief Pitchers (6-10)
talkingchop.com — Kevin Gunderson will need to improve his left/right splits if he hopes to earn a spot in... Atlanta's bullpen. View full size photo » The fact is, most ... (more) Braves Top-10 Minor League Relief Pitchers (6-10)
The Nippon Ham Fighters on Tuesday announced the acquisition of former Atlanta Braves pitcher ...
talkingchop.com — The Nippon Ham Fighters on Tuesday announced the acquisition of former Atlanta Braves pitcher Buddy Carlyle. Buddy... goes to Japan This is probably a good move by Carlyle. He would likely only have gotten a minor league deal with a team in ... (more) The Nippon Ham Fighters on Tuesday announced the ...
Two Major League sources have confirmed that Mike Gonzalez has chosen Scott Boras to now serve as...
talkingchop.com — Two Major League sources have confirmed that Mike Gonzalez has chosen Scott Boras to now serve as... his agent. The left-handed reliever had previously been represented by Dan Lozano of the Beverly Hills Sports Council. Mike Gonzalez signs ... (more) Two Major League sources have confirmed that Mike ...
Braves Top-10 Minor League Relief Pitchers (1-5)
Braves Top-10 Minor League Relief Pitchers (1-5)
talkingchop.com — CB touched on its yesterday, in that most successful relievers in the MLB were drafted as starters,... but the Braves have been drafting relievers with that intention in mind recently and it has left them with some very interesting arms in the bullpen ... (more) Braves Top-10 Minor League Relief Pitchers (1-5)
Talking Chop Round Table:  Braves Relievers
Talking Chop Round Table: Braves Relievers
talkingchop.com — As part of season reviews for major league players and top prospect rankings for minor league players,... we here at Talking Chop thought it would be a fun idea to get all of our bloggers together with the help of Google Docs and debate the various ... (more) Talking Chop Round Table: Braves Relievers
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