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Braves auction game-worn jerseys online

David Ries — Thu, 16 May 2013 11:46:00 EDT

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Diamondbacks take two of three from Braves

Zach Irwin — Wed, 15 May 2013 20:20:00 EDT

Paul Goldschmidt hit three doubles, Eric Chavez drove in three runs and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat Tim Hudson and the Atlanta Braves 5-3 on Wednesday.

Auburn AD: Football, athletic program will rebound

Zach Irwin — Tue, 14 May 2013 18:23:00 EDT

Auburn athletic director Jay Jacobs is adamant that the football program and overall department will rebound from a rough year and that he'll be around to enjoy the resurgence.

SEC, Big 12 set up basketball matchups

Zach Irwin — Tue, 14 May 2013 18:21:00 EDT

The University of Georgia will not be one of the 14 teams from the Southeastern Conference to participate in the Big 12/SEC Challenge next season.

Justin Upton huge game in his return to Arizona

Zach Irwin — Tue, 14 May 2013 18:13:00 EDT

Justin Upton snapped a 14-game homerless drought and had four hits to help the Atlanta Braves rout the Diamondbacks 10-1 on Monday night in his return to Arizona.

Justin Upton returns to Arizona in Braves uniform

Zach Irwin — Mon, 13 May 2013 20:52:00 EDT

Justin Upton felt a little strange entering the visitors' clubhouse at Chase Field.

Hawks still considering their coaching options

Zach Irwin — Mon, 13 May 2013 19:55:00 EDT

More than a week after getting bounced from the NBA playoffs, the Atlanta Hawks are still trying to figure out who's going to coach them next season.

Giants hit 3 HRs to back Lincecum, beat Braves

Zach Irwin — Sun, 12 May 2013 20:40:00 EDT

Pablo Sandoval splashed a home run into McCovey Cove, Brandon Belt and Marco Scutaro also connected to back Tim Lincecum, and the San Francisco Giants beat the Atlanta Braves 5-1 on Sunday.

Gonzalez to miss 2 games for daughter's graduation

Zach Irwin — Thu, 9 May 2013 21:11:00 EDT

Fredi Gonzalez will miss Friday and Saturday's games against the San Francisco Giants to attend his daughter's graduation from Georgia Southern University.

Georgia Tech-Georgia Southern game moved to 2014

Zach Irwin — Wed, 8 May 2013 14:17:00 EDT

Georgia Tech's first game against Georgia Southern has been moved up one year to the 2014 season.

NCAA hoops semifinal games moving to cable in 2014

Zach Irwin — Tue, 7 May 2013 13:40:00 EDT

The Final Four's first two games are moving to cable next year.

Braves activate Catcher Brian McCann

Zach Irwin — Mon, 6 May 2013 17:32:00 EDT

The Atlanta Braves have activated catcher Brian McCann, a six-time All-Star who has been recovering from surgery to fix his throwing shoulder last October.

Postponed Braves vs. Mets game rescheduled

Kendra Mackey — Mon, 6 May 2013 15:42:00 EDT

The Atlanta Braves game that was postponed on Saturday, May 4th against the New York Mets has been rescheduled for Tuesday, June 18 at 1:10 p.m.

Freeman powers Braves past Niese, Mets 9-4

Zach Irwin — Sun, 5 May 2013 18:55:00 EDT

Freddie Freeman homered and drove in three runs, Tim Hudson pitched into the eighth inning and the Atlanta Braves beat the New York Mets 9-4 on Sunday.

Goodman brings long reach to Falcons' pass rush

Zach Irwin — Sat, 4 May 2013 20:14:00 EDT

The Atlanta Falcons are counting on Malliciah Goodman causing problems for quarterbacks with his long arms and strong hands.

Larry Drew still coach of the Hawks -- for now

Zach Irwin — Sat, 4 May 2013 20:12:00 EDT

One day after the Atlanta Hawks were bounced from the NBA playoffs, Larry Drew remains their coach.

NBA player tells 'Sports Illustrated': 'I'm gay'

Ian Forrest — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 12:36:00 EDT

Jason Collins, who has played for six NBA teams in his career, tells Sports Illustrated, "I'm black and I'm gay."

Rugged Johnson gives Hawks hope against Pacers

Zach Irwin — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 23:24:00 EDT

When Ivan Johnson is banging around in the lane and staring down opponents, the Atlanta Hawks are a different team.

Horford leads Hawks to 90-69 rout of Pacers

Zach Irwin — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 21:56:00 EDT

Al Horford had 26 points and 16 rebounds as the Atlanta Hawks turned things around dramatically in their playoff series against Indiana, blowing out the Pacers 90-69 in Game 3 Saturday night.

Tigers beat Braves again 7-4

Zach Irwin — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 16:16:00 EDT

Omar Infante and Jhonny Peralta both hit two-run homers, and Rick Porcello bounced back from a nightmarish start last weekend to pitch into the seventh inning, helping the Detroit Tigers to a 7-4 win over the Atlanta Braves on Saturday.

Falcons trade up to get Huskies CB Desmond Trufant

Mandi Milligan — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 15:22:00 EDT

The Atlanta Falcons have traded up to select Washington cornerback Desmond Trufant in the NFL draft.

NFL Draft airs in prime time; expect the unexpected

Tom Ensey — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 07:03:00 EDT

The NFL Draft with all its drama and uncertainty airs live in prime time Thursday night. Luke Joeckel, Manti Te'o, SEC stars and borderline quarterbacks are among this year's mysteries.

Torrealba's hit wins it in 12th for Rockies over Braves

Zach Irwin — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 19:47:00 EDT

Tim Hudson looked came close to setting a milestone against the Colorado Rockies on Wednesday.

Hawks not changing starting lineup for Game 2

Tiffany Smith — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 17:34:00 EDT

Josh Smith will be in Atlanta's starting lineup Wednesday night at Indiana. The Hawks forward sprained his right ankle after stepping on Devin Harris' foot late in Sunday's 107-90 loss. Indiana leads

Jason Heyward recovering after appendectomy

Mandi Milligan — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 11:48:00 EDT

Atlanta Braves right-fielder Jason Heyward is recovering after having an emergency appendectomy Monday.

Upton brothers hit back-to-back homers

Zach Irwin — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 22:57:00 EDT

Brothers B.J. and Justin Upton of the Atlanta Braves hit back-to-back homers for the first time in their careers during the fifth inning of the second game in Tuesday's doubleheader against the Colorado Rockies.

Braves beat Rockies in cold game between hot teams

Zach Irwin — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 18:21:00 EDT

The Atlanta Braves beat the Colorado Rockies 4-3 in Game 1 of a day-night doubleheader.

Jason Heyward put on DL after appendectomy

Zach Irwin — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 13:23:00 EDT

Atlanta Braves right fielder Jason Heyward was placed on the 15-day disabled list on Tuesday after an appendectomy.

Falcons' GM Dimitroff ready for draft day dealing

Zach Irwin — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 21:44:00 EDT

Thomas Dimitroff relishes his reputation as someone who's willing to make a deal on draft day.

Hawks coach Larry Drew calls out team for playing soft

Zach Irwin — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 21:42:00 EDT

Atlanta Hawks coach Larry Drew says "it's a little bit mind-boggling" that his team didn't come out with more intensity in Game 1 of the playoff series against Indiana.

Snow forced postponement of Braves-Rockies game

Zach Irwin — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 21:41:00 EDT

Another snowstorm forced postponement of Monday night's game between the Atlanta Braves and the Colorado Rockies.

Hawks' Josh Smith misses practice with sprained ankle

Zach Irwin — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 21:37:00 EDT

Atlanta Hawks forward Josh Smith has missed practice because of a sprained right ankle. Smith received treatment on the ankle Monday and the team is hopeful he will be able to go in Game 2 against Indiana

Jacobs: Auburn review finds no evidence of fraud

Zach Irwin — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 21:34:00 EDT

Auburn says an internal review found no evidence supporting allegations of academic fraud

Gladiators lose home advantage to bookings at Gwinnett Center

Veronica Griffin — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 07:34:00 EDT

The Gwinnett Gladiators played their last home game during the playoffs due to venue scheduling.

Braves hit skid after fast start

Zach Irwin — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 20:55:00 EDT

The Atlanta Braves have hit their first rough stretch of the season.

Hawks try to regroup after 107-90 loss to Pacers

Zach Irwin — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 18:58:00 EDT

After getting dominated on the glass, being forced into a half-court game and allowing Paul George to get his first career postseason triple double, Atlanta headed home with a 107-90 loss and plenty of things to correct before this best-of-seven series resumes Wednesday in Indy.

Pirates hand Braves their third straight loss

Zach Irwin — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 17:46:00 EDT

Slumping Clint Barmes had a pair of run-scoring singles for his first two RBIs of the season, including a tiebreaking hit in the sixth inning that led the Pittsburgh Pirates over Atlanta 4-2 Sunday for their third straight win over the Braves.

Hawks drop game one of the playoffs vs. Pacers

Zach Irwin — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 16:11:00 EDT

Paul George scored 23 points and recorded his first playoff triple double, leading Indiana past Atlanta 107-90 for a 1-0 lead in the Eastern Conference series. George made just 3 of 13 shots but was 17

Falcons' William Moore released from jail following arrest

Zach Irwin — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 15:44:00 EDT

Atlanta Falcons safety William Moore has been released from jail on $2,500 bond following his arrest on a misdemeanor simple battery charge.

Hawks, Pacers get ready for intriguing matchups

Zach Irwin — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 23:10:00 EDT

Three practice days have Indiana and Atlanta eager to see how they match up in the playoffs.

McDonald's strong outing leads Pirates over Braves

Zach Irwin — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 23:07:00 EDT

James McDonald pitched six dominant inning and Gaby Sanchez hit a tiebreaking two-run home run Saturday night to lead the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 3-1 victory over the Atlanta Braves.

Serena Williams reaches Italian Open final

Sat, 18 May 2013 11:32:00 EDT

A week out from the French Open, Serena Williams is only one victory away from winning her fourth straight tournament.

Ryder Cup players into last 8 at World Match Play

Sat, 18 May 2013 10:12:00 EDT

Ryder Cup-winning teammates Graeme McDowell, Nicolas Colsaerts and Francesco Molinari are through to the quarterfinals of the World Match Play Championship.

Ex-NBA player stabbed, seriously injured in fight

Sat, 18 May 2013 08:32:00 EDT

Serbian police say Predrag Danilovic, who played for the Miami Heat and Dallas Mavericks, is seriously injured after being stabbed in a fight.

FILA approves new rules to keep wrestling in games

Sat, 18 May 2013 05:32:00 EDT

Wrestling's governing body has approved new rule and constitutional changes aimed at modernizing the sport and keeping it in the Olympics after 2016.

Denmark's Hoyer wins presidency of badminton body

Sat, 18 May 2013 04:52:00 EDT

Former Olympics champion Poul-Erik Hoyer has pledged to improve the image of badminton after winning the presidency of the sport's world governing body.

Penguins take control vs. Senators behind Crosby

Sat, 18 May 2013 03:23:00 EDT

Dan Bylsma has spent more than four years watching Sidney Crosby be Sidney Crosby.

Orb favored to take Preakness, set up Triple try

Sat, 18 May 2013 03:23:00 EDT

Orb is ready for his whirl at history.

Bradley has 3-stroke lead after 2 rounds at Nelson

Sat, 18 May 2013 03:22:00 EDT

The last thing Keegan Bradley wanted to do at the 18th hole with a cozy lead was flirt with the water on the left.

10 Things to Know about the Preakness _ and beyond

Sat, 18 May 2013 03:22:00 EDT

There are only two outcomes when it comes to Saturday's Preakness Stakes - either the Kentucky Derby winner Orb wins the race to set up a Triple Crown try in the Belmont Stakes in three weeks, or another horse pulls an...

Bills DE Williams fails to mediate ring dispute

Sat, 18 May 2013 02:22:00 EDT

Bills defensive end Mario Williams isn't any closer to getting back his $785,000 diamond engagement ring from his former fiancee, Erin Marzouki.

Sports Minute: Here is the latest Georgia sports from The AP

Sat, 18 May 2013 03:35:00 EDT

The Atlanta Falcons have signed four NFL draft picks, including defensive ends Malliciah Goodman and Stansly Maponga. The Falcons also announced Friday they have signed safeties Kemal Ishmael and Zeke Motta. The terms of the...

Upton's grand slam lifts Braves past Dodgers 8-5

Fri, 17 May 2013 22:43:00 EDT

Justin Upton gave Atlanta the lead with a sixth-inning grand slam and the Braves finally unveiled their full-strength lineup, beating the Los Angeles Dodgers 8-5 on Friday night.

Falcons sign DEs Goodman, Maponga, 2 more picks

Fri, 17 May 2013 17:19:00 EDT

The Atlanta Falcons have signed four NFL draft picks, including defensive ends Malliciah Goodman and Stansly Maponga.

Braves bring Jason Heyward off disabled list

Fri, 17 May 2013 15:59:00 EDT

Braves right fielder Jason Heyward has been activated from the disabled list and is starting against the Dodgers.

Sports Minute: Here is the latest Georgia sports news from The Associated Press

Fri, 17 May 2013 04:06:00 EDT

The Atlanta Braves are ready to put their suitcases away and take their first look at the lineup they envisioned before the season. General manager Frank Wren says Jason Heyward is expected to be activated from the disabled...

This Hour: Latest Georgia sports

Fri, 17 May 2013 04:01:00 EDT

The Atlanta Braves are ready to put their suitcases away and take their first look at the lineup they envisioned before the season.

Road-weary Braves expecting Heyward to come off DL

Thu, 16 May 2013 16:56:00 EDT

The Atlanta Braves are ready to put their suitcases away and take their first look at the lineup they envisioned before the season.

Braves' Venters undergoes 2nd Tommy John surgery

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:04:00 EDT

Atlanta Braves reliever Jonny Venters has undergone the second major elbow operation of his career and will miss the rest of the season.

Goldschmidt hits 3 doubles, Arizona beats Braves

Wed, 15 May 2013 18:59:00 EDT

Paul Goldschmidt hit three doubles, Eric Chavez drove in three runs and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat Tim Hudson and the Atlanta Braves 5-3 on Wednesday.

NC State women adding Wilson from Arkansas

Wed, 15 May 2013 14:39:00 EDT

North Carolina State is adding Arkansas guard Dominique Wilson as a transfer.