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re: The ATL Thread: 2021 World Champion Atlanta Braves Offseason Thread

Posted on 2/23/22 at 7:15 pm to
Posted by SteelerBravesDawg
Member since Sep 2020
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Posted on 2/23/22 at 7:15 pm to
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Nope, everything about this is sourcing Olney.

Fair enough. But Olney should know better not to deal in rumors and innuendo.
Posted by SteelerBravesDawg
Member since Sep 2020
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Posted on 2/23/22 at 7:17 pm to
Ok, that's more believable.

But nobody knows what's going on right now b/c no negotiating is taking place.
Posted by SteelerBravesDawg
Member since Sep 2020
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Posted on 2/25/22 at 11:29 am to
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Chipper gave some info on Freeman. He said the Braves have made a few offers that made him happy. He said Freddie is being courted by the "prettiest girls" and is listening. Chipper added that if Freeman wants to be in Atlanta, he will be. It basically comes down to where he wants to be, those west coast teams are pitching him on coming home. He has to decide. 
Posted by Wally Sparks
Atlanta
Member since Feb 2013
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Posted on 2/25/22 at 11:36 am to
Makes sense, and I’m trying to prep for if he does leave.
Posted by sorantable
Member since Dec 2008
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Posted on 2/25/22 at 12:01 pm to
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no negotiating is taking place.

Do you really believe this?
Posted by Geaux17
Member since Jan 2006
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Posted on 2/25/22 at 10:04 pm to
So the college educated white men that run TalkingChop.com have decided that name is offensive…even though it is highly unlikely any Native American tribe complained about the name of their little fan site. Oh the narcissism.

In their genius, they have decided to change to a “more inclusive” name: BatteryPower.com. They did this knowing full well the Braves currently have a prominent domestic abuser under contract and on the team. Even a D level comic could have seen this coming.

Living the values of tolerance and inclusivity….they will also delete any comment on their site that is even slightly critical of the name change.
This post was edited on 2/25/22 at 10:06 pm
Posted by SteelerBravesDawg
Member since Sep 2020
35557 posts
Posted on 2/26/22 at 7:09 am to
That place is unbearable. And it's sad b/ c they have good info and good reporters, but the people that run the site are woke AF.
Posted by Geaux17
Member since Jan 2006
1624 posts
Posted on 2/26/22 at 9:09 am to
It’s sad, because I enjoy the content. They delete any comments that are the slightest bit critical, so it gives the appearance that all the commenters are aligned with them. You can’t even submit a post without it first being reviewed by a moderator before going public.

TalkingChop was offensive due to the evils of white capitalism and colonialism. A name honoring native peoples and bringing awareness to their struggles was just too much to endure, they decided.

So instead, they changed their name to honor the capitalist enterprises surrounding the park, most owned by white men. This free marketing and honor is much more inclusive.
This post was edited on 2/26/22 at 9:14 am
Posted by sorantable
Member since Dec 2008
48967 posts
Posted on 3/1/22 at 9:40 am to
Fingers crossed that they can work something out today so we can immediately resign Mr. Freeman and play some goddamn baseball.
Posted by Jeaux Cool
Frisco via NELA
Member since Sep 2015
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Posted on 3/1/22 at 10:24 am to
Yeah, I think I've listened to my last Podcast from these clowns. The whole name change was dumb imo but I've been getting fed up with their antics before that. Just wish there was something else out there that was comparable in content.

Side note - let's get this lockout ended today and prevent any canceled games!
Posted by Geaux17
Member since Jan 2006
1624 posts
Posted on 3/6/22 at 8:32 pm to
Does anyone have good Braves podcast/site they can recommend as an alternative to the site formerly known as TalkingChop? One that sticks to baseball and isn’t a bunch of virtue signaling asshats?

ETA: I just got banned for the second time for suggesting that the Braves organization made a mistake in firing their very well regarded minor league hitting instructor for not getting vaccinated. I’m done with that site.
This post was edited on 3/6/22 at 8:36 pm
Posted by Jeaux Cool
Frisco via NELA
Member since Sep 2015
1746 posts
Posted on 3/7/22 at 8:31 am to
Podcast wise I listen to "Behind The Braves," "From The Diamond," and will occasionally listed to DOB's podcast "755 is Real" depending on who the guest is on the show. None of these go into detail like the TC nerds do.
Posted by volfan30
Member since Jun 2010
40963 posts
Posted on 3/10/22 at 4:17 pm to
Transaction freeze finally over at 6:30 ET.

Braves should be very busy. 1B, 2 outfielders, bench, back end of the rotation spot all need to be filled.
Posted by Hot Carl
Prayers up for 3
Member since Dec 2005
59469 posts
Posted on 3/10/22 at 4:29 pm to
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Transaction freeze finally over at 6:30 ET.


Today? Like in 1 hour?
Posted by Jeaux Cool
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Member since Sep 2015
1746 posts
Posted on 3/10/22 at 4:41 pm to
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Today? Like in 1 hour?

Yes today. Owners will have a call at 6 ET to ratify the deal, then FA begins after.
Posted by Broski
Member since Jun 2011
72031 posts
Posted on 3/10/22 at 9:08 pm to
@jonmorosi
#Dodgers interest in Freddie Freeman is sincere, based on what I have heard from sources tonight. #Braves and #Yankees obviously are prominent in the Freeman marketplace. Some in the industry believe he could be next major free agent to sign. @MLBNetwork
Posted by SteelerBravesDawg
Member since Sep 2020
35557 posts
Posted on 3/10/22 at 9:37 pm to
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Héctor Gómez

@hgomez27

Former MLB pitcher Odalis Pérez was found dead at his home. According to reports, Pérez suffered a blow to the head after falling from a ladder. Pérez played for Braves, Dodgers, Ronald and Nationals. In 2002 was selected to the All Star Game.




RIP
Posted by Spelt it rong
Louisiana
Member since Oct 2012
10052 posts
Posted on 3/10/22 at 11:06 pm to
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Dodgers interest in Freddie Freeman is sincere, based on what I have heard from sources tonight. #Braves and #Yankees obviously are prominent in the Freeman marketplace. Some in the industry believe he could be next major free agent to sign. @MLBNetwork

He's dead to me if he goes to LAD. Unforgivable. AA cannot let him walk. It's absurd he didn't take care of it prior to last season.
Posted by Broski
Member since Jun 2011
72031 posts
Posted on 3/10/22 at 11:42 pm to
It will bug me to no end if he ends up elsewhere.

Freddie has said he wants to be back, all of the our key players have said they want him back, AA has said he wants him back. Considering all of that, it'll be a failure if Freddie ends up elsewhere.

Just get it done by giving him the sixth year.
Posted by Boss
Member since Dec 2007
1212 posts
Posted on 3/11/22 at 5:37 am to
Don't give him a 6th. I love Freddie but even with the DH, by year 4 he becomes a liability.
This post was edited on 3/11/22 at 6:55 am
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