Will the Braves Get Jacob deGrom?
ShaunIt’s known the Braves have money to spend and are looking to make a big splash this offseason. They hit well and pitched will in 2018 but are looking to take the next step and run with the big boys …
Rebuild Mindset May Have Kept Talent in Braves’ Org
ShaunThe Braves’ rebuild has been one of the most fascinating of all the recent rebuilds (Cubs, Astros). For one thing, the Braves famously focused on pitching while the Cubs and the Astros focused on hitting. For another, the Braves haven’t …
Is Dansby Swanson a Clutch Player?
ShaunOver the course of his career, Dansby Swanson is a .247/.316/.376 hitter but is .341/.391/.508 in late and close situations (7th inning or later and the Braves are leading by a run, tied, or the tying run is at bat, …
Be Optimistic About Kevin Gausman
ShaunWhen you first look at new Brave Kevin Gausman’s stats, the thing that stands out is only 2.32 BB/9 in 2018 and a 2.71 BB/9 for his career. Aside from that and the impressive innings totals since the 2016 season, …
Bullpen Options Should Come From Within
ShaunIt’s no secret the Braves would like to add a reliever before the trade deadline. They have the prospects to trade for any available reliever, most likely. But, even if they trade for relief help, they should also consider taking …
