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Technically we did trade to get Uggla, but only because he rejected the contract from the Marlins.And I wouldn't exactly say look for him to rebound. Yea he got off to a slow start, but he had par year by his standards. I just hope he cuts down on the errors. I think he led the majors.

Wagner was for only 1 year, and no one expects Bourn to be around after this season. Which is kind of what I'm saying. When we do get someone it's more of a lease rather than a purchase. And speaking of Bourn, why did we get him instead of Hunter Pence? I like Bourn, but he doesn't provide the same kind of bat.

On Uggla, I expect him to add about 10 runs, 10 2Bs, and 10-15 RBI, to go along with a BA increase of 30-40 points.

I couldn't agree with you more on the Bourn vs Pence deal. I've always loved what Pence brings to a team, and while I like Bourn's ability to steal, I would much rather take the extra power from a corner outfield position that Pence would've given. And, without looking at the numbers I think Pence holds his own in terms of stolen bases.

That's the Braves for ya. The last real big move we made was for Teixeira in 07. It's always no name trades for utility players or prospects. With all the supposed big league ready pitchers we have in the minors I thought surely we could get a true LF this year and let Prado fill in at SS until Chipper retires. But no, it appears we have opted to have 9 or so big league starters, and only 4 or 5 big league bats. I get not wanting to trade away the potential next big thing, but for every McCan there are 10 Jordan Schaffers. It's just frustrating when you see the Marlins try and go after all stars, and the Braves are hoping from help from the farm.

Dan Uggla was a pretty big move. He'll rebound big-time this year. And the Billy Wagner and Michael Bourn additions were nothing to scoff at

Was anybody else expecting more movement this off season than we got. I have been kind of underwhelmed.

It did have a bit of a strange feel as a Braves fan but honestly, I don't know what I would have done differently if I was in Frank Wren's position. Great team last year, just fell apart, but I wouldn't make any major changes to the roster. Also, this year I would expect much better years from Heyward and Uggla, and a return to form for Prado and McCann.

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Thanks for posting. I LOVE Atlanta's navy jerseys--especially the hat. These look pretty decent too.

I despise the Yanks but I never minded Posada and Jeter much. They were/are both professionals and spent a long time with New York--unlike the rest of the purchased roster.

Speaking of the NL East, why in the world would Miami sign Carlos Zambrano. That guy is a train wreck.

Well at least that will give the Braves a couple of wins.    We usually rock him pretty good.  We even caused his latest meltdown.

And I believe a few years before it was after being pounded by the Braves that Zambrano punched Michael Barrett.

Speaking of the NL East, why in the world would Miami sign Carlos Zambrano. That guy is a train wreck.

Yeah we had a good team despite off years by a few guys.

One thing to note, I heard yesterday that Washington is the leading candidate to land Prince Fielder.

Are the Bravos going to make any moves before opening day?Lots of rumors that JJ and Prado are being shopped around for a top of the line outfielder.

Not under these owners!!

On ATL radio today Arthur Blanc was non-commital on buying our beloved Braves. Please, please buy the Braves!!!!!

I didn't know he was even in a discussion to buy the Braves, that would be sweet.

Come on baseball season

If you're a Yankees fan you gotta be thrilled with the Red Sox's hire of Bobby Valentine. That man is a damn fool.

God I can't wait for baseball season to start

Agreed. After the bowl games we have the longest 2.5 months of the year to endure. I'm hoping an improved Auburn basketball team will help make it manageable.

Glad Lowe is gone. Hurts to eat $10 million but at least we've cut our losses.

So out of Hudson, Jurjens, Minor, Medlen, Hanson, and Beachy, who would you guys leave out of the rotation. For me it'd have to be Minor--although it hurts to remove the only lefty...