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Recap: Atlanta vs. Oakland

Mark Kotsay doubled in the winning run with two outs in the eighth, lifting the Atlanta Braves over the Oakland Athletics, 3-2, in the opener of a three-game interleague set at Turner Field.

Braves demote P James

The Atlanta Braves optioned struggling starting pitcher Chuck James to Triple-A Richmond on Friday.

Recap: Philadelphia vs. Atlanta

Cole Hamels went the distance for his first career shutout and the Philadelphia Phillies launched three home runs in defeating the Atlanta Braves 5-0 in the rubber match of a three-game series at Citizens Bank Park.

Chipper Jones scratched from lineup

Philadelphia, PA (Sports Network) - Atlanta Braves third baseman Chipper Jones was scratched prior to Thursday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies with a groin injury.

Recap: Philadelphia vs. Atlanta

Tom Glavine picked up his first win of the season in his seventh start and the Atlanta Braves hit three home runs in an 8-5 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park.

Recap: Philadelphia vs. Atlanta

Jayson Werth finished 3-for-4 with four runs batted in, as the Philadelphia Phillies downed National League East rival Atlanta, 5-4, in the initial contest of a three-game set at Citizens Bank Park.

Recap: Pittsburgh vs. Atlanta

Tim Hudson gave up just one unearned run as Atlanta defeated Pittsburgh, 8-1, to help the Braves split a doubleheader with the Pirates at PNC Park.

Recap: Pittsburgh vs. Atlanta

Freddy Sanchez doubled in three runs and Zach Duke pitched six scoreless innings for his second straight win, as the Pittsburgh Pirates captured a 5-0 victory over the Atlanta Braves in the opener of a doubleheader at PNC Park.

Teixeira leaves twinbill opener with back spasms

Atlanta Braves first baseman Mark Teixeira left the opener of Monday's doubleheader against Pittsburgh with back spasms.

Recap: Pittsburgh vs. Atlanta

Sunday's game between the Atlanta Braves and Pittsburgh Pirates was postponed due to rain.

Braves activate P James

The Atlanta Braves recalled starting pitcher Chuck James from Triple-A Richmond on Saturday, just in time to start against the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Recap: Pittsburgh vs. Atlanta

Jason Bay homered, scored two runs and knocked in a pair to lead the Pittsburgh Pirates to a quick 5-2 victory over the Atlanta Braves in the second meeting of a four-game set at PNC Park.

Recap: Pittsburgh vs. Atlanta

Freddie Sanchez ripped a bouncer up the middle to plate the game-winning run in the bottom of the ninth inning as the Pi game series at PNC Park.

Recap: Atlanta vs. San Diego

Matt Diaz drove in the game-winner in the ninth as the Atlanta Braves completed a three-game sweep of the San Diego Padres with a 5-4 win at Turner Field.

Braves place C Pena on DL; activate INF Infante

The Atlanta Braves placed catcher Brayan Pena on the 15-day disabled list on Thursday and activated infielder Omar Infante.

Braves P Moylan to have surgery

Atlanta Braves relief pitcher Peter Moylan will have surgery on Thursday on his strained right elbow.

Recap: Atlanta vs. San Diego

Tim Hudson tossed seven solid innings, surrendering two runs on six hits, and Brian McCann went 3-for-4 with a double and scored the go-ahead run, as the Atlanta Braves bested the San Diego Padres, 5-2, to extend their winning streak to six games.

Recap: Atlanta vs. San Diego

Chipper Jones hit a two-run homer as the Atlanta Braves downed the San Diego Padres, 5-3, in the opener of a three-game set at Turner Field.

Braves clicking at home, not so much on road

For the Atlanta Braves, living out of a suitcase does little to help their play on the field.

Braves acquire Norton from Seattle

The Atlanta Braves have acquired infielder Greg Norton from the Seattle Mariners in exchange for a player to be named later or cash considerations.

Recap: Atlanta vs. Cincinnati

Chipper Jones hit a three-run homer and knocked in five and Mark Kotsay added a solo shot and three runs batted in as the Atlanta Braves defeated the Cincinnati Reds, 14-7, sweeping the three-game series at Turner Field.

Recap: Atlanta vs. Cincinnati

Brian McCann stroked a two-run double during a six-run seventh inning, as the Braves pulled away for a 9-1 victory over Cincinnati.

Recap: Atlanta vs. Cincinnati

Tim Hudson struck out 10 batters while logging his 11th career shutout in Atlanta's 2-0 triumph over the Cincinnati Reds in the opener of a three-game series.

Smoltz to come back as reliever

Atlanta Braves ace John Smoltz, currently on the disabled list with biceps tendinitis, said Wednesday he will fill a relief role when he returns.

Recap: Washington vs. Atlanta

Felipe Lopez knocked in the game-winning run with an opposite field, bases loaded hit in the 12th inning, as the Washington Nationals rallied to upend the Atlanta Braves, 3-2 in an excellent pitching battle by both staffs at Nationals Park.


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Injuries: Atlanta Braves

15-Day

Player Injury Type Injury Date
Buddy Carlyle strained neck 5.9.2008
Mike Gonzalez left elbow surgery 3.21.2008
Mike Hampton strained left pectoral muscle 3.30.2008
Brayan Pena strained back 5.5.2008
Martin Prado sprained left thumb 5.5.2008
John Smoltz right shoulder inflammation/biceps tendinitis 4.28.2008
Rafael Soriano right elbow tendinitis 4.7.2008

60 Day DL / Out for the season

Player Injury Type Injury Date
Chipper Jones strained right groin 5.16.2008
Anthony Lerew right elbow surgery 3.21.2008
Peter Moylan right elbow surgery 4.12.2008

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