BRAVES NEWS

Windy City trade rumors still prevalent

As discussed late Tuesday night, the Braves might be looking to make a trade for Chicago Cubs outfielder Matt Szczur to help fill out the bench and fulfill the role of their fourth outfielder. Additionally, the Braves still have their eyes on a lefty from the South Side of Chicago. Despite being less than two weeks away from Opening Day, the White Sox are still looking for potential suitors to trade José Quintana to. Although it does not appear as though the Braves would be willing to give up what is needed for the hefty price of Quintana, this is still something to keep an eye on as Opening Day approaches.

Inciarte set to return to Braves lineup on Thursday

Thursday afternoon’s spring training game against the Detroit Tigers will mark Ender Inciarte’s return to the Braves lineup. Inciarte, who participated in the World Baseball Classic with Team Venezuela, hasn’t played in a game with Atlanta since March 4. The original intention was for him to return to the lineup for Tuesday’s matchup against the Nationals, but manager Brian Snitker decided it would be best to spare him the extra travel and allow him to rest.

Braves 2016 Projections Reviews: Starting Pitchers

Ivan continues his look back at 2016 projections for the Atlanta Braves with an in-depth look at the starting rotation.

MLB NEWS

USA wins its first ever WBC title

For the first time since the tournament began in 2006, the United States reigns as World Baseball Classic champions. Team USA defeated Puerto Rico 8-0 on Wednesday night behind an outstanding performance on the mound from Marcus Stroman. Stroman didn’t allow his first hit until the seventh inning - his final line being 6 IP, 1 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 1 BB, 3 K. The performance helped Stroman land World Baseball Classic MVP honors. The game drew an attendance of 51,565, placing the overall WBC attendance at 1,086,720 - a new record.

Baseball legend Dallas Green passes away at 82

Dallas Green, largely known for leading the Philadelphia Phillies to their first ever World Series title in 1980, died Wednesday at the age of 82. Green was a player, manager, and front office executive at the Major League level. He served as general manager of the Chicago Cubs from 1982-1987, overseeing Chicago’s postseason berth in 1984 - its first since 1945. Green was said to have had a strong personality and was known to push players to their limits, but they loved him for it.