Category: 64 Worst Atlanta Braves

Nate McLouth Whipping Boy FAQ and game thread: July 25, Braves at Marlins

So, Nate McLouth has been named the Official Braves Journal Whipping Boy, the first permanent BJWB since the trade of Jeff Francoeur. Here to answer the questions you might have about this position is me. Take it away, me: Q: Who else has been the BJWB? A: Previous Whipping Boys, before Francoeur, have included secret … Continue reading “Nate McLouth Whipping Boy FAQ and game thread: July 25, Braves at Marlins”

Andres Thomas vs. Scott Thorman

Andres Thomas Statistics and History – Baseball-Reference.com Defeated Henry Blanco 91-22 He could hit: Rick Reuschel. Career line of .370/.379/.704 in 27 AB. versus Scott Thorman Statistics and History – Baseball-Reference.com Defeated Rico Brogna 67-26 He could hit: Carlos Zambrano. In six PA, had a homer, a double, a single, and a walk.

Kyle Davies vs. Craig McMurtry

Kyle Davies Statistics and History – Baseball-Reference.com Seasons with Braves: 2005-2007 Notable Stats: 6.15 ERA, 1.713 WHIP Notable Achievements: Almost mediocre as an American Leaguer. Versus Craig McMurtry Statistics and History – Baseball-Reference.com Seasons with Braves: 1983-1986 Notable Stats: 4.06 ERA, 282 K/260 BB Notable Achievements: Scab.

Terry Blocker vs. Ryan Langerhans

Terry Blocker Statistics and History – Baseball-Reference.com Seasons with Braves: 1988-1989 Notable Stats: .214/.250/.279 Notable Achievements: 0.00 ERA, but two walks, in one inning as a pitcher. Versus Ryan Langerhans Statistics and History – Baseball-Reference.com Seasons with Braves: 2002-2007 Notable Stats: More strikeouts than hits; .379 SLG Notable Achievements: Most similar hitter is Tony Tarasco.

Ed Olwine vs. Kevin Coffman

Ed Olwine Statistics and History – Baseball-Reference.com Seasons with Braves: 1986-1988 Notable Stats: 4.52 ERA, 5.4 K/9 Notable Achievements: I’ve got nothing. Versus Kevin Coffman Statistics and History – Baseball-Reference.com Seasons with Braves: 1987-1988 Notable Stats: 4-11, 6.42 ERA Notable Achievements: Misfiled, he should be in with the starters.

Tommy Boggs vs. Jo-Jo Reyes

Tommy Boggs Statistics and History – Baseball-Reference.com Seasons with Braves: 1978-1983 Notable Stats: 19-34, 90 ERA+ Notable Achievements: Second pick in 1974 draft, by the Rangers. Lonnie Smith was third, Dale Murphy fifth. Versus Jo-Jo Reyes Statistics and History – Baseball-Reference.com Seasons with Braves: 2007-2009 Notable Stats: 6.09 ERA, 1.63 WHIP Notable Achievements: Middle name … Continue reading “Tommy Boggs vs. Jo-Jo Reyes”

Greg Norton versus Terry Harper

Greg Norton Statistics and History – Baseball-Reference.com Seasons with Braves: 2008-2009 Notable Stats: .215 BA, .348 SLG Notable Achievements: Can suck at four different positions. Versus Terry Harper Statistics and History – Baseball-Reference.com Seasons with Braves: 1980-1986 Notable Stats: .254 BA, .371 SLG Notable Achievements: Separated his shoulder giving a high-five.

Chris Reitsma vs. Joe Slusarski

Chris Reitsma Statistics and History – Baseball-Reference.com Seasons with Braves: 2004-2006 Notable Stats: 4.72 ERA, 25 saves/20 blown saves Notable Achievements: Knows that he sucks. Versus Joe Slusarski Statistics and History – Baseball-Reference.com Seasons with Braves: 2001 Notable Stats: 9.00 ERA Notable Achievements: Only pitched in four games and really doesn’t belong on the list, … Continue reading “Chris Reitsma vs. Joe Slusarski”

Keith Lockhart vs. Chris Woodward

Keith Lockhart Statistics and History – Baseball-Reference.com Seasons with Braves: 1492-2061 1997-2002 Notable Stats: .248 BA, .359 SLG Notable Achievements: Enthusiastic amateur photographer. Versus Chris Woodward Statistics and History – Baseball-Reference.com Seasons with Braves: 2007 Notable Stats: .199 BA, .252 OBP Notable Achievements: Wikipedia: “In 2004, Woodward was featured in an episode of Degrassi: The … Continue reading “Keith Lockhart vs. Chris Woodward”