Tomahawk Chops: Daily Atlanta Braves News Clippings For Friday, July 22nd

by gondeee on Jul 22, 2011 9:55 AM EDT in Tomahawk Chops

Your one-page daily morning overview of Atlanta Braves news:

Braves quotes after series split at Coors Field | Atlanta Braves
Tommy Hanson, on getting a "Coors Field win" today: "Yeah, I know. Ugly one. I don’t know, I felt good going out there. I don’t know, I just had to battle and battle and battle, and the whole time it seemed like I was on the hook. They’re obviously a good hitting team. I just did my best to keep them from scoring. I didn’t do a very good job of it, but I tried."

Uggla sits with strained left calf | braves.com: News
Uggla felt some discomfort during the sixth inning of Wednesday night's loss to the Rockies and exited after producing a game-tying, eighth-inning single that extended his hitting streak to a career-high 12 games. The veteran said there's a possibility he could return for Friday's series opener in Cincinnati, but it seems more likely that he will wait until Saturday.

Schafer dealing with jammed finger | braves.com: News
When Jordan Schafer slid into second base during the third inning of Wednesday night's loss to the Rockies and then immediately signaled for assistance from the dugout, Braves manager Fredi Gonzalez thought he was going to find his starting center fielder with a dislocated finger. Fortunately Schafer's finger wasn't dislocated. But it was jammed hard enough to create too much swelling for him to start Thursday's series finale against the Rockies. He removed himself from the lineup after attempting to take some swings in the indoor cage about two hours before the first pitch.

Chipper's Rome rehab delayed by soreness | ajc.com
The Braves’ All-Star third baseman was tentatively scheduled to begin a minor-league rehab assignment Friday at Class-A Rome, but needs more time to recover from July 9 arthroscopic knee surgery.

Cox to watch Gillick, Van Horne enter Hall | braves.com: News
Over the next few years, Bobby Cox will make numerous trips to Cooperstown for ceremonies honoring him and some of the legendary players he managed. But this weekend, the former Braves manager is heading to the upstate New York town to see two long-time friends get inducted to Baseball's Hall of Fame.

Appy notes: D-Braves deep in talent | MiLB.com News | The Official Site of Minor League Baseball
Shortstop Nick Ahmed and third baseman Kyle Kubitza are often side-by-side in the infield for the Danville Braves. In time, comparisons will come for the two high 2011 Draft picks of the Atlanta Braves. But for this summer in the Appalachian League, the duo can lean on each other as they embark on their professional careers.

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Head first slides….

by ducheneaux13 on Jul 22, 2011 10:05 AM EDT reply actions

Even after what happened to Heyward last year, they STILL do it.

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by TonyAlmeyda on Jul 22, 2011 10:48 AM EDT up reply actions

Not to defend the head first slide

But both Colorado and now Arizona have lost players to feet first slides

by Jonesy24 on Jul 22, 2011 1:29 PM EDT up reply actions

Schafer’s finger injury could’ve been avoided if he ran with gloves in his hands to avoid exposing his fingers. I think all head first sliders should do this. Guys like Schafer and Heyward are very aggressive on the base paths, and injuries are going to happen. I’m not sure I’m completely against head-first slides because they seem to be more effective than feet-first slides. I think the problem is the way these guys are sliding (sliding too early or too late, angles, etc.). Maybe they need to spend more time practicing different sliding scenarios and techniques in spring training.

by ducheneaux13 on Jul 22, 2011 1:52 PM EDT up reply actions

they should plank into the base

by toppleprone on Jul 22, 2011 12:29 PM EDT up reply actions

Just read on MLBTR..

that the Braves, Phillies, and Giants are leading for Beltran.

War Eagle

by WarEagle86 on Jul 22, 2011 1:00 PM EDT reply actions

I love watching Frank Wren drive up the price on our competitors. No way in hell Beltran is coming here for the haul the Mets want in return for an injury-prone 2 month rental who’s been relegated to RF.

by TBuzz on Jul 22, 2011 1:06 PM EDT up reply actions

Buster Olney

Educated guess on Beltran talks, as of today: I think ATL is the frontrunner, 2. SF. ATL has nice range of P prospects, like Mike Minor.

by leedawg on Jul 22, 2011 1:19 PM EDT up reply actions

That doesn’t necessarily imply that Minor is the piece the Mets want, does it?

by TBuzz on Jul 22, 2011 1:24 PM EDT up reply actions

The fact they are scouting him heavy seems to. I would rather part with Delgado than Minor, but I’d much more rather part with neither for Beltran.

"Baseball is the only place in life where a sacrifice is really appreciated."

by Grantdawg on Jul 22, 2011 1:26 PM EDT up reply actions

Agreed on the not wanting to part with either of those guys. The price is too high for a two month rental considering we won’t get any picks. He’s had a very good season, but there’s too much risk of him getting hurt down the stretch.

by ducheneaux13 on Jul 22, 2011 1:29 PM EDT up reply actions

Not to mention where does he play when Chipper returns, and I will pistol whip the 1st person that says platoon w Jason

I’m not sold on him being a CF anymore, maybe it’s possible, but it seems unlikely

by leedawg on Jul 22, 2011 1:32 PM EDT up reply actions

It would be a good problem to have. go ahead and write down our probable lineup with Beltran in it. Scary good, huh?

by Fatvirus on Jul 22, 2011 1:37 PM EDT up reply actions

Yeah, I don’t think people are really thinking about this and coming the obvious conclusion. He will not be playing center field, nor do I see the Braves moving Heyward to center right now. I doubt you’d ever see Beltean and Jason in the same lineup.

"Baseball is the only place in life where a sacrifice is really appreciated."

by Grantdawg on Jul 22, 2011 1:39 PM EDT up reply actions

Ever is a strong word. Rarely fits better.

"Baseball is the only place in life where a sacrifice is really appreciated."

by Grantdawg on Jul 22, 2011 2:30 PM EDT up reply actions

The ESPN guys love the big deadline rental trades because that’s what the Yankees and Red Sox do. So they expect everyone to do it.

"Some people give their bodies to science. I gave mine to baseball." -- Ron Hunt

by Cornutt on Jul 22, 2011 2:21 PM EDT up reply actions

I don't mind going out and getting a big name if the price makes sense

but there is NO reason we should give anyone in our division one of our big 3 pitchers or Minor… Kick them while they’re down, don’t help them rebuild

by leedawg on Jul 22, 2011 2:24 PM EDT up reply actions

Per DOB

.bq #Braves recalled Cristhian Martinez from Triple-A Gwinnett, optioned Cory Gearrin back to GWI. Martinez was 2-1 w 2.86 ERA in 4 sts in GW

"Baseball is the only place in life where a sacrifice is really appreciated."

by Grantdawg on Jul 22, 2011 1:44 PM EDT reply actions

Did that wrong.

#Braves recalled Cristhian Martinez from Triple-A Gwinnett, optioned Cory Gearrin back to GWI. Martinez was 2-1 w 2.86 ERA in 4 sts in GW

"Baseball is the only place in life where a sacrifice is really appreciated."

by Grantdawg on Jul 22, 2011 1:44 PM EDT up reply actions

Roster move: RHP Cory Gearrin has been optioned to Gwinnett and we have recalled RHP Cristhian Martinez from Gwinnett.

by leedawg on Jul 22, 2011 1:44 PM EDT reply actions

It looks like we just Gearrin down and recalled Martinez.

Don't kiss an ass if it's in the process of shitting on you.

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by buzzdeadwax on Jul 22, 2011 8:18 PM EDT reply actions