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Hawks unconventional front office hire could pay major dividends
The Hawks added former ESPN senior NBA writer Tim Bontemps as a strategic advisor. His league-wide knowledge could become a valuable asset for Atlanta.
Falcons Reacts Survey: Assessing the offensive line
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Falcons fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. After being one of the more stable units in recent years, the Falcons’ offensive line enters […]
Execs, coaches, and scouts name Bijan Robinson the NFL’s best running back
The Falcons haven’t had a lot to cheer about since Matt Ryan and Julio Jones were in their primes, but they can say they’ve got the best running back in the game. ESPN recently polled a group of executives, scouts, and coaches, asking them to rank the top running backs in the league. Coming in […]
Braves shuffle the roster again as Víctor Mederos returns
It was another night to forget for the Braves on Tuesday, as the pitching staff surrendered 12 runs over just eight innings. The problems began with Hurston Waldrep, who was responsible for seven of them, but continued with Connor Thomas, who was making his season debut for the Braves. He ate innings in a game […]
Braves Minor League Recap: Hackenburg; De Granpre Pitch Well
There were some impressive performances from two of the Braves pitching prospects on Tuesday night, even if some of the results didn’t match up in the end. Drue Hackenberg looked as good as he has in a long time for the first five innings of his outing, showing a combination of command and stuff that […]
Hawks Hire ESPN Reporter Tim Bontemps to Front Office amid 2026 NBA Free Agency
Longtime NBA writer Tim Bontemps is making a career pivot.
The Opener: O’Hearn, Tolbert, Ohtani, Bichette
Have a night, Ryan O’Hearn. The Pirates slugger set a franchise record with 10 RBI on Tuesday against the Braves. O’Hearn hit a grand slam and two three-run homers within the first six innings of the game. He then tacked on an eighth-inning single to give himself a four-hit night. 1. Tolbert matches MLB record Royals […]
ESPN’s Tim Bontemps Takes Front Office Job With Hawks
July 8: Bontemps has left ESPN to join the Hawks as a strategic adviser who will report directly to Saleh. His longtime colleagues on ESPN’s Hoop Collective podcast, Brian Windhorst and Tim MacMahon, have published a story confirming the news. June 23: ESPN’s Tim Bontemps is in advanced talks with the Hawks to join their […]
What it would cost the Braves to land Joe Ryan at the trade deadline
The Braves have three significant areas of need heading into the trade deadline — starting pitching, left field, and shortstop. Fixing all of those issues may not be plausible, but two out of three should be the goal, with the rotation being non-negotiable. The Braves must add a frontline arm, and they need to be […]
Do you think MLB can effectively tamper with the ball?
The Braves are not having a good time, so let’s do a question that’s essentially a link dump. Or, well, a dump of one very specific link. The emphasis is on the word “effectively,” as we know MLB can and has attempted to tamper with the baseball based on its own information. A couple of […]
Alex Anthopoulos ignored the Braves’ rotation, and it’s backfiring again
The Braves can’t find any momentum. They’ve been among the worst teams in baseball since the start of June, and it feels like there’s a different culprit every night. For most of that stretch, it was the rotation and the lineup dragging them down. Both were dismal all month. But this past week, a new […]
The Matt Ryan Masterclass Series: Five star Georgia Dome sendoff
Everything was aligning for the Falcons to make the Super Bowl for the first time since 1999. A resounding win over Seattle showed the offense was capable of being as dominant in the playoffs as it was in the regular season. The way the Falcons broke the spirit of a perennial contender like they did […]
Ryan O’Hearn has career night, sets Pirates record
The Pittsburgh Pirates had a huge 12-4 win in their series opener against the Atlanta Braves, with Ryan O’Hearn leading the charge from the very first inning. Hurston Waldrep was on the bump for the Braves and did not start off his night great as in the first inning the Pirates had quickly loaded the […]
32YO MLB Star Makes Franchise History After Explosive 3-Homer, 10-RBI Night
Just imagine how different the MLB history books would look if Pirates manager Don Kelly had acted on his instincts. Once the Pittsburgh Pirates built a comfortable lead over the Atlanta Braves at PNC Park, Kelly considered giving the 32-year-old a breather. But he ultimately decided against it, unwilling to rob his star of a […] The post 32YO MLB Star Makes Franchise History After Explosive 3-Homer, 10-RBI Night appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Braves News: Owen Murphy optioned, blowout in Pittsburgh, and more
The Atlanta Braves made a series of roster moves ahead of Tuesday’s contest in Pittsburgh. Most notably, right-hander Owen Murphy was optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett. In addition, the club selected the contract of lefty Connor Thomas, released righty Daysbel Hernández, recalled righty James Karinchak, and placed righty Tyler Kinley on the paternity list. 22-year-old Murphy […]
Pirates Slugger Ryan O’Hearn Enjoys Historical Night Against Braves
Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman Ryan O’Hearn made history in their 12-4 blowout win over the Atlanta Braves. O’Hearn homered three times and drove in the Pirates’ first 10 runs of the game, setting the franchise record for RBI in a single game.“That’s amazing, I’ve never hit three in a game at any level,” O’Hearn told […] The post Pirates Slugger Ryan O’Hearn Enjoys Historical Night Against Braves appeared first on HEAVY .
“Curfew”: Deion Sanders Imposes Strict Restrictions To Colorado Coaches But Gives Students A Free Pass
Atlanta isn’t just another road trip for Deion Sanders. It’s the city where he made his name with the Falcons, played baseball for the Braves, and became one of the biggest stars in American sports. Yet, he’s treating this as business, not a reunion, and is putting his staff on a tight leash. “I got […] The post “Curfew”: Deion Sanders Imposes Strict Restrictions To Colorado Coaches But Gives Students A Free Pass appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Waldrep struggles as Braves lose to Pirates
The Atlanta Braves traveled to PNC Park in hopes of picking up a much needed win after two heartbreaking losses in a row. Hurston Waldrep made his second start of season for the Braves and Paul Skenes was on the mound hoping to rebound from the worst stretch of his young career. The Braves got […]
Which Prospects Could the Phillies Trade at the Deadline?
The MLB Trade Deadline sits just a month away, and rumors are already beginning to swirl. From players who could be traded to what contending teams will be looking for, there’s lots of excitement this time of year. The Phillies are currently sitting three games behind the Braves for the NL East lead and half […] The post Which Prospects Could the Phillies Trade at the Deadline? appeared first on The Lead .
NFC Notes: Baker Mayfield, Kyle Pitts, Jalon Walker, Buccaneers, Falcons
Buccaneers Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield remains confident an extension will get done before the season, as he enters the final season of a three-year, $100 million deal. “I would love to be there,” Mayfield said, via Greg Auman. “I think both sides want to get it done. Now it’s a matter of finding that middle […] The post NFC Notes: Baker Mayfield, Kyle Pitts, Jalon Walker, Buccaneers, Falcons appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
Braves at Pirates chat and discussion: Hurston Waldrep vs Paul Skenes
The Atlanta Braves could badly use a win as they will be facing the reigning Cy Young Award winner Paul Skenes and the Pirates. Hurston Waldrep will be taking the mound for his second start of the season, and other than a shaky first inning, he looked like he is ready to come back and […]
How to live stream Braves vs Pirates: MLB, Skenes, TV channel
The Atlanta Braves visit the Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday night at PNC Park, with Paul Skenes set to headline the matchup on the mound. How to Watch Braves vs Pirates Skenes gets the ball for Pittsburgh in the series opener,…
Lakers met with Jonathan Kuminga, offer not enough to entice him to sign
After making a flurry of signings early in free agency, the Lakers appear to be fully focused on Jonathan Kuminga as their next target. Since the Hawks declined his team option to make Kuminga an unrestricted free agent, the Lakers have been linked to the five-year wing. Now that Rui Hachimura has joined the Clippers, […]
Braves injury updates on Ronald Acuña Jr. and Robert Suarez
Ahead of Tuesday’s series opener with the Pirates, Braves beat reporter Mark Bowman had a couple of injury updates on some critical pieces. Ronald Acuña Jr. is getting close to returning. Walt Weiss said he could begin a rehab assignment as early as next week, which could mean we see him back in the Braves […]
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