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Snaggletiger · « **on:** December 19, 2014, 08:00:07 PM »

What in the frickity flippity frock are the Braves doing? They were close to last in hitting in the entire Majors last year and they just traded Justin Upton 29 HR and 102 RBI to the freaking Padres. And for what? "Prospects" Prospects? One is a really well thought of left handed pitcher....THEY DON'T NEED PITCHING!!!!!!! who by the way will miss the entire season with elbow surgery. Only one other "Prospect" has ever played a lick in the majors.

They send Jason Heyward off and sign Nick Markakisass or some shit. He's having neck surgery right now for herniated discs. He's already about 50 years old.

HOLY DAMN!!! Bring back Bobby Cox and let Ted Turner buy the team back. They might win 27 games next year. Oh, and the Padres got Upton AND Matt Kemp from the Dodgers. This organization has officially said to hell with 2015. I hope not one soul shows up to watch this pile of crap.

Snaggletiger · « **Reply #1 on:** December 19, 2014, 08:01:18 PM »

But hey....we still have Justin's brother. Who has hit a combined .189 in two years with the Braves. FRICK!!!!!

ssgaufan · « **Reply #2 on:** December 19, 2014, 08:40:16 PM »

Buzz Killington · « **Reply #3 on:** December 19, 2014, 09:05:27 PM »

In other news, the Schlubs add Jason Motte to their roster.

chinook · « **Reply #4 on:** December 19, 2014, 09:38:40 PM »

No....it's the C.

AUJarhead · « **Reply #5 on:** December 20, 2014, 12:56:28 AM »

Quote from: Buzz Killington on December 19, 2014, 09:05:27 PM

In other news, the Schlubs add Jason Motte to their roster.

He does have a ring.

Token · « **Reply #6 on:** December 20, 2014, 01:43:00 AM »

I feel really bad for Freddie and his huge contract extension.

But FUCK the Braves. I won't watch a single game.

bgreene · « **Reply #7 on:** December 20, 2014, 06:57:14 AM »

Quote from: Token on December 20, 2014, 01:43:00 AM

I feel really bad for Freddie and his huge contract extension.

But FUCK the Braves. I won't watch a single game.

BULL SHIT!!

jmar · « **Reply #8 on:** December 20, 2014, 01:50:17 PM »

Quote from: Snaggletiger on December 19, 2014, 08:00:07 PM

What in the frickity flippity frock are the Braves doing? They were close to last in hitting in the entire Majors last year and they just traded Justin Upton 29 HR and 102 RBI to the freaking Padres. And for what? "Prospects" Prospects? One is a really well thought of left handed pitcher....THEY DON'T NEED PITCHING!!!!!!! who by the way will miss the entire season with elbow surgery. Only one other "Prospect" has ever played a lick in the majors.

They send Jason Heyward off and sign Nick Markakisass or some shit. He's having neck surgery right now for herniated discs. He's already about 50 years old.

HOLY DAMN!!! Bring back Bobby Cox and let Ted Turner buy the team back. They might win 27 games next year. Oh, and the Padres got Upton AND Matt Kemp from the Dodgers. This organization has officially said to hell with 2015. I hope not one soul shows up to watch this pile of crap.

I thought the answer was two very good bats that could work pitchers and protect a guy like Upton so he could see some better pitches but:
Looks like they are undoing any positives they had in their favor including hope.

AUTiger1 · « **Reply #9 on:** December 22, 2014, 11:43:20 AM »

Bravos: The first team to win 120 in a season. 2015 is going to be their year. Bank it.

Snaggletiger · « **Reply #10 on:** December 22, 2014, 11:49:23 AM »

Quote from: AUTiger1 on December 22, 2014, 11:43:20 AM

Bravos: The first team to win 120 in a season. 2015 is going to be their year. Bank it.

See, here's the problem. This team has become so bad, you can't even type that with a straight face. That didn't even cause a murmur in the Reverse Karma Force. Not even a ripple.

AUTiger1 · « **Reply #11 on:** December 22, 2014, 12:31:02 PM »

Quote from: Snaggletiger on December 22, 2014, 11:49:23 AM

See, here's the problem. This team has become so bad, you can't even type that with a straight face. That didn't even cause a murmur in the Reverse Karma Force. Not even a ripple.

Nah, a trade here and there and you are back on cloud 9.

Token · « **Reply #12 on:** December 22, 2014, 03:50:10 PM »

Quote from: AUTiger1 on December 22, 2014, 12:31:02 PM

Nah, a trade here and there and you are back on cloud 9.

I'm praying for a Freddy Freeman trade. I mean, we don't need to lose the guy, but Jesus. He doesn't deserve what is happening to him. May as well trade him for a few prospects.

Snaggletiger · « **Reply #13 on:** December 22, 2014, 03:56:57 PM »

Quote from: Token on December 22, 2014, 03:50:10 PM

I'm praying for a Freddy Freeman trade. I mean, we don't need to lose the guy, but Jesus. He doesn't deserve what is happening to him. May as well trade him for a few prospects.

We need left handed minor league pitching.

ssgaufan · « **Reply #14 on:** December 22, 2014, 05:34:31 PM »

Quote from: Snaggletiger on December 22, 2014, 03:56:57 PM

We need left handed minor league pitching.

Our minor league team's going to win it all!

jmar · « **Reply #15 on:** December 22, 2014, 07:44:24 PM »

Quote from: ssgaufan on December 22, 2014, 05:34:31 PM

Our minor league team's going to win it all!

Nothing like a strong foundation to prepare you for the hard times ahead.

Snaggletiger · « **Reply #16 on:** December 29, 2014, 12:10:34 PM »

Well, let's get up to speed with some more of the Braves stellar moves in the off season. Since we last spoke, they've added:

Jim Bust Johnson. Another relief pitcher who the A's let go after posting a sizzling 7.09 ERA last season.

Jason Long Term Grilli. Guess what? Another relief pitcher. Why "Long Term"? He's 38. Speaking of almost 38:

A.J. Buy A Vowel Pierznski. A 37 year old catcher coming off his worst offensive performance of his career.

So, the question is where does that leave Evan Gattis? Do they keep his stick and put him in left in Upton's place where he has no business playing? Do they trade one of the offensive bright spots from last year? Hey I know, they could use him to get some more left handed relief pitching prospects. I understand rebuilding. I'm all for it if need be. But signing a 38 year old relief pitcher, a 37 year old catcher and a 36 year old outfielder....I got nuthin....

WiregrassTiger · « **Reply #17 on:** December 29, 2014, 01:02:12 PM »

I am hoping to this pick a bit as spring training approaches. February is right around the corner. Right after January, iirc.

GH2001 · « **Reply #18 on:** December 30, 2014, 10:43:12 AM »

AJ Perezeesisissnnziski still plays? I thought he and Jim Thome retired to Sunny Fla together years ago.

Snaggletiger · « **Reply #19 on:** December 30, 2014, 10:45:29 AM »

Quote from: GH2001 on December 30, 2014, 10:43:12 AM

AJ Perezeesisissnnziski still plays? I thought he and Jim Thome retired to Sunny Fla together years ago.

They did, but the Braves signed him anyway.

Hey, maybe they can coax Gaylord Perry out of retirement.