FEB. 22, 2021 BY DAN MATHEWS 680 THE FAN, ATLANTA – The best front office executive in Atlanta pro sports is Alex Anthopoulos and it’s not even close. The announced agreement between the Braves and former All-Star third baseman Jake Lamb is just another example of how good Anthopoulos is at this job. Lamb is…… read more »
Feb. 20, 2021 – BY KEVIN MCALPIN 680 THE FAN, ATLANTA – As we get closer to full squad workouts and the first Grapefruit League game of the new year a week from tomorrow, the Braves don’t come into camp with a whole lot of roster questions. However, to me, the backup catcher position remains…… read more »
Feb. 19, 2021 – BY KEVIN MCALPIN 680 THE FAN, ATLANTA – Friday marked the Braves second day of official workouts with pitchers and catchers in North Port. With the additions of veterans Charlie Morton and Drew Smyly, there’s certainly a lot of confidence in what this Atlanta rotation could be capable of in 2021.…… read more »
The Atlanta Braves beat Dansby Swanson in salary arbitration, and the shortstop will earn $6 million rather than his request for $6.7 million. Arbitrators Richard Bloch, Walt De Treaux, Robert Herman made the decision Tuesday, a day after hearing arguments. The 27-year-old Swanson hit .274 with 10 homers and 35 RBIs last season in an…… read more »
By DAN MATHEWS 680 THE FAN, ATLANTA – Atlanta general managers… Be Alex Anthopoulos. This is in the same line of thinking, where Bruce Lee famously said “be water.” In regards to Anthopoulos, he’s calculated and emotionless. The first part is much easier to accomplish over the other one. Yes, fans would have been made…… read more »
29-game slate begins Sunday, February 28 ATLANTA – The Atlanta Braves and Major League Baseball today announced the club’s revised 2021 Grapefruit League schedule. The Braves’ 29-game slate is scheduled to begin on Sunday, February 28 in Port Charlotte against the defending American League champion Tampa Bay Rays. All of Atlanta’s 29 games will be…… read more »
If you’re going to launch a podcast, this is the way to do it! Buck is joined by Hall of Fame Brave Chipper Jones to talk about whether we’ll see the designated hitter in the National League, key players to keep an eye on in the upcoming season, the Marcel Ozuna sweepstakes, and MUCH MORE!…… read more »
By STEPHEN HAWKINS ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Brandon Lowe kept finding his name near the top of Tampa Bay’s lineup even as his offensive struggles continued to mount this postseason. After Lowe finally busted out in Game 2 of the World Series, the Rays and Dodgers are tied deep in the heart of Texas. “Sometimes…… read more »
Today on “The Ride”: Buck Belue thinks the Braves have found their “Next Big Thing” in outfielder Michael Harris who’s been extremely impressive in his Spring Training appearances. … read more »
