Well, that didn’t last long. Braves starting pitcher Dallas Keuchel, who was a free agent and signed with the Braves after the 2019 All-Star break, has jetted north to the south side of Chicago signing a 3-year $55.5 million contract with the Chicago White Sox. Keuchel pitched 112 innings in a shortened 2019 campaign where … Continue reading Keuchel moving on from Braves
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Saturdays in the Fall
It’s that time of year when the leaves turn from green to orange to red and the chill of the air is a refreshing haven from the hot summer days in the south. The newness of the season is fresh in everyone’s minds as all teams believe they have a shot of the Southeastern Conference … Continue reading Saturdays in the Fall
Braves Sign Hamels to One-Year Deal
Well, the Braves hot offseason continues as the Braves signed left handed pitcher Cole Hamels to a 1-year, $18 million contract last week. This contract is reflective of the 1-year, $23 million contract 3B Josh Donaldson signed for the 2019 season. A one year stop gap at third, and if he did well, doors would … Continue reading Braves Sign Hamels to One-Year Deal
Calvin Ridley Season Over
Well, I lied folks, this is an Atlanta Falcons (4-9) story. But it is not about a particular game because that doesn't matter anymore. It is about a personnel move. With three games left the Falcons are out of the playoffs and are just now playing out the rest of their games, but they are … Continue reading Calvin Ridley Season Over
Falcons 2019 Season Done
As quickly as the season started, it has quickly ended with four games left. The Atlanta Falcons fell to rival New Orleans Saints 26-18 on Thanksgiving night and was eliminated from playoff contention for this year. With the win by the Saints, they clinched a playoff birth and are NFC South Champs. With four games … Continue reading Falcons 2019 Season Done
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