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Hurricane forces teams to reschedule games Fri Aug 26 16:39:06 2011 EST
cities in the Northeast prepared Friday for the arrival of Hurricane Irene, Major League Baseball teams were scrambling to reschedule weekend games that could be affected by the strong storm. The New York Mets postponed two games against the Atlanta Braves, scheduled for Saturday and Sunday at Citi Field, after Mayor Michael Bloomberg announced emergency plans that included the shutdown of the city's mass transit system at noon on Saturday. The mayor also called on residents of low-lying areas
Mets postpone 2 games because of hurricane Fri Aug 26 16:35:10 2011 EST
Flushing, NY (Sports Network) - The threat of Hurricane Irene, and a shutdown of New York's mass transit system, has forced the New York Mets to postpone games Saturday and Sunday against the Atlanta Braves at Citi Field. Rumors began swirling Friday afternoon that the Mets had initially postponed Sunday's game and were set to move the start time for Saturday's game from 4 p.m. (et) to noon (et) in hopes of beating the storm. However, New York's mass transit system is scheduled to shut down at
Mets/Braves postpone two games because of hurricane Fri Aug 26 15:05:17 2011 EST
Flushing, NY (Sports Network) - The threat of Hurricane Irene, and a shutdown of New York's mass transit system, has forced the New York Mets to postpone games Saturday and Sunday against the Atlanta Braves at Citi Field. Rumors began swirling Friday afternoon that the Mets had initially postponed Sunday's game and were set to move the start time for Saturday's game from 4 p.m. (et) to noon (et) in hopes of beating the storm. However, New York's mass transit system is scheduled to shut down at
Braves begin set with the Mets Fri Aug 26 11:11:27 2011 EST
(Sports Network) - Right-hander Tim Hudson takes the mound for the suddenly streaking Atlanta Braves when they head to New York to begin a three-game series with the homestanding Mets at Citi Field. The Braves have won nine of their last 11 games to both pull back into fringe contention in the National League's East Division - where they trail Philadelphia by six games - and strengthen their hold on the wild card lead, which they've pushed to 9 1/2 games over San Francisco. Hudson, a veteran of
Braves stay hot, top Cubs Thu Aug 25 17:28:33 2011 EST
Chicago, IL (Sports Network) - Brian McCann hit a pair of homers and drove in four runs to help the Atlanta Braves beat the Chicago Cubs, 8-3, in the finale of a four-game series. Michael Bourn and Martin Prado both scored twice for the Braves, who won three games in the set to move within six games of the NL East-leading Phillies. Brandon Beachy (7-2) allowed three runs -- two earned -- on six hits over six innings to improve to 4-0 over his last seven starts. He struck out eight for Atlanta,
Braves eye series win in Chicago Thu Aug 25 11:10:41 2011 EST
(Sports Network) - The Atlanta Braves were cooled off last night, but can win their third straight series this afternoon in the finale of a four-game series against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. Atlanta was riding a six-game winning streak before dropping a 3-2 decision on Wednesday, as Derek Lowe was done in by a three-run second inning. Lowe suffered the loss for giving up three runs - two earned - and four hits in seven innings. "You look at his line and it might have been one of his be
Astros place Escalona on DL Wed Aug 24 16:05:48 2011 EST
cher Sergio Escalona on the 15-day disabled list on Wednesday. The left-handed Escalona, whose move is retroactive to August 22, is suffering from tendinitis in his left elbow. Over 48 appearances out of the bullpen this season, he is 2-1 with a 3.00 earned run average. To take this spot on the roster, the team recalled right Juan Abreu from Triple-A Oklahoma. Acquired on July 31 from the Atlanta Braves as part of the Michael Bourn trade, it will be Abreu's first stint on a Major League roster.
Braves target seventh straight win at Wrigley Field Wed Aug 24 10:56:10 2011 EST
(Sports Network) - The Atlanta Braves target their third straight series win when they continue a four-game series tonight against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. Atlanta last lost a series from August 12-14 versus the Cubs at Turner Field and has won the first two portions of this set. In Tuesday's 5-4 win, the Braves put up a five spot in the fourth inning and held on for their sixth consecutive victory. Jason Heyward had a big night at the plate, going 3-for-4 with a grand slam, while Chi
Can't stop the chop: Braves win sixth straight Tue Aug 23 23:08:40 2011 EST
Chicago, IL (Sports Network) - Jason Heyward's grand slam in the fourth inning provided the decisive runs in the streaking Atlanta Braves' 5-4 victory over the Chicago Cubs. Cubs starter Casey Coleman walked in a run before giving up Heyward's first career slam. Chicago rallied in the next inning, plating all four of its runs, but couldn't completely erase the deficit. Atlanta has won six consecutive games and eight of nine, and has done so thanks to excellent pitching. The Braves had allowed o
Braves OF Constanza hurt Mon Aug 22 22:02:28 2011 EST
Chicago, IL (Sports Network) - Atlanta Braves outfielder Jose Constanza left Monday's game against the Chicago Cubs in the sixth inning with an apparent right foot injury. Alex Gonzalez walked with one out before Constanza hit a chopper toward the right side of the infield. First baseman Carlos Pena tried flipping the ball to pitcher Ryan Dempster, but never got a handle on it. Dempster still raced to first when Constanza's right foot caught the edge of the base awkwardly. Constanza, who was he
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