If the Braves have learned anything as an organization after watching the team play over the past couple seasons, it’s to expect the unexpected – both in terms of player injuries (of which there have been many) and underperformance of starting players. That’s why this sportswriter feels that the Braves approach to the offseason willContinue reading “Braves offseason signings give the team much-needed flexibility”
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Four Braves players who should NOT factor into the team’s plans for next season
It’s no secret that the Braves have been downright unwatchable at times this season. Team-wide underperformance, injuries to key players, and having a manager on the verge of retirement have clearly made this team unwatchable during a long season. That said, the team has some big decisions to make this offseason as they attempt to rebuild theirContinue reading “Four Braves players who should NOT factor into the team’s plans for next season”
Four Braves players who SHOULD factor into the team’s plans for next season
It’s no secret that the Braves have been downright unwatchable at times this season. Team-wide underperformance, injuries to key players, and having a manager on the verge of retirement have clearly made this team unwatchable during a long season. That said, the team has some big decisions to make this offseason, and a few playersContinue reading “Four Braves players who SHOULD factor into the team’s plans for next season”
All I wanted for Christmas this year was a Braves free agent signing (or trade)
It’s hard to fathom, but the Braves have done very little of note so far this offseason. The team currently has the exact same needs (OF, SS, SP, RP) as they did to begin their offseason, which began back in early October after an NLDS loss to the Padres. Alex Anthopoulos has made some recentContinue reading “All I wanted for Christmas this year was a Braves free agent signing (or trade)”
Notable NFL players who could be traded this offseason
The term NFL stands for Not For Long as teams churn their rosters each offseason. This offseason is no different, as NFL personnel have gathered in Indianapolis this week to meet with college prospects & player agents at the NFL Scouting Combine. Indy is an ideal spot for player trade opportunities as teams drum upContinue reading “Notable NFL players who could be traded this offseason”
The future of head coaching in the NFL
The NFL currently has three head coach vacancies as Josh McDaniels (Raiders), Frank Reich (Panthers), & Brandon Staley (Chargers) were fired during the season. According to this CBS report, there could be as many as five more vacancies created after the conclusion of the regular season, and even that figure might be optimistic. Teams likeContinue reading “The future of head coaching in the NFL”
Where do the Braves go from here?
After an impressive 104-win regular season, the Braves found themselves once again falling victim to their division rival Phillies in the NLDS for the second year in a row. Unfortunately, there was deja vu as the team once again lost 3-1 in the playoff series. That said, it’s clear that the Braves are at aContinue reading “Where do the Braves go from here?”
A closer look at the Braves offseason
It’s been an interesting offseason for the Braves, albeit a somewhat disappointing one. They’ve upgraded in a few areas, but it still feels like we’re a piece or two away from greatness. Honestly, it seems like we’re banking on returns to health from key players like Ronald Acuna, Jr. & Ozzie Albies, as wellContinue reading “A closer look at the Braves offseason”
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