April 7, 200818 yr Braves now head on the road to Coors Field to take on the struggling Rockies in a 4 game set, then had back to Washington to take on the Nationals. Should be a good week for the Braves if the bullpen can pitch like they did today!
April 7, 200818 yr Author Glavine pitches the first game vs the Rockies right? Monday: Glavine vs. Cook Tuesday: Jurrjens vs. Jimenez Wednesday: James? vs. Redman Thursday: Hudson vs. Francis The matchups look to be in the Braves favor BUT it is Coors Field and the ball just flies out of there. It'll be a good series IMO I'd say the key game for the Braves is if Jurrjens can handle Coors Field for the first time of his young career, if so then he may be good for some time!
April 7, 200818 yr The Rockies are struggling to score runs right now. They're due to break out soon.
April 7, 200818 yr Author The Rockies are struggling to score runs right now. They're due to break out soon. Hopefully not till next friday though!:thumb:
April 7, 200818 yr Author It was mentioned in the previous thread that Mark Kotsay was not doing good and everything, here is an article published today. The season is only six games old and center fielder Mark Kotsay is already making a big impression in an area where many thought he couldn't compare to his predecessor — his defense. Kotsay has two outfield assists already, including one Sunday when he doubled Carlos Delgado off first base in a win over the New York Mets. He made a running, backhanded catch on Ryan Church's ball to right-center and gunned it to Mark Teixeira on one hop. "I've told people that Mark Kotsay is going to surprise some people with how good his defense is," said Teixeira, who played against Kotsay in the American League. Though he may not get to as many balls as Andruw Jones does, Kotsay is showing the benefits of a better arm. Kotsay, who leads the majors in outfield assists since 1998 with 112, saved a run on Monday when he gunned down Jack Wilson at home against Pittsburgh. He preserved a 1-0 lead against Johan Santana in the third inning Sunday when Santana knew better than to try to score from third on a Luis Castillo fly ball to center. Santana had the decision confirmed when Kotsay threw a strike to Brian McCann. "Outstanding again," manager Bobby Cox said. "His throwing, catching the ball, and he's hitting the ball well too. He's one of the most knowledgeable players I've ever been around. He's really into the game of baseball. He knows exactly what to do. He's not going to make any mistakes at all. He's fun to watch."[/i] http://www.ajc.com/braves/content/sports/braves/stories/2008/04/06/bravesnot_0407.html
April 8, 200818 yr Glavine pitched well tonight and didn't give up a run. Braves led 1-0 until the 8th...Rockies hit a 2 run HR to take the lead. Johnson is at bat right now.
April 8, 200818 yr Chipper grounded out to the pitcher. 3 up, 3 down. 2-1 rockies going into the 9th.
April 8, 200818 yr Author Well even if it is the first week I can say this much, expect Scott Thorman, Martin Prado, possibly Brett Lillibridge to be traded before the deadline in July. It will definitely be for bullpen help and if this bullpen keeps it up there will be a trade before the end of May. Two straight no-decisions for Glavine who has a 0.79 ERA is just dumb. The bullpen has all 4 of the Braves losses this season, that right there should tell you something.
April 8, 200818 yr Well even if it is the first week I can say this much, expect Scott Thorman, Martin Prado, possibly Brett Lillibridge to be traded before the deadline in July. It will definitely be for bullpen help and if this bullpen keeps it up there will be a trade before the end of May. Two straight no-decisions for Glavine who has a 0.79 ERA is just dumb. The bullpen has all 4 of the Braves losses this season, that right there should tell you something. The Braves starting rotation is great, but their BP is terrible. They will have to make some trades. I wouldn't mind seeing Thorman get traded...Prado though is a valuable player IMO.
April 8, 200818 yr Well even if it is the first week I can say this much, expect Scott Thorman, Martin Prado, possibly Brett Lillibridge to be traded before the deadline in July. It will definitely be for bullpen help and if this bullpen keeps it up there will be a trade before the end of May. Two straight no-decisions for Glavine who has a 0.79 ERA is just dumb. The bullpen has all 4 of the Braves losses this season, that right there should tell you something. Don't fall too in love with that ERA. Glavine is old and will fade as the season goes along. He had a 2.80 ERA through April last season and ended up at 4.45. As a matter of fact he had a 3.88 ERA on September 14th and faded to the 4.45 ERA by season's end. He will wear down. What is disturbing for Brave's fans is that the Braves haven't taken advantage of his good early starts---they won't be there later.
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