Atlanta Braves: Facts, History, Stats, and Resources

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History of the Atlanta Braves

The Braves were originally founded in 1871 as the Boston Red Stockings. The team became the Red Caps, the Doves, Rustlers, Braves, Bees and then Braves once more before leaving Boston for good in 1952. They relocated to Milwaukee, playing from 1953 until 1965 as the Milwaukee Braves. The team moved to its current home, Atlanta, in 1966. They began playing at Atlanta Stadium, where they remained until the construction of Turner Field was completed in 1997.

The Atlanta Braves, in their entire history dating back to Boston, have won 17 National League Championship Series. They turned three of those championships into World Series titles.

Fun Facts about the Atlanta Braves

What are Atlanta Braves team colors?
Navy, Scarlet, White

Where did the Atlanta Braves get their name and why are they called it?
The Braves were named as such when they were still in Boston, in 1912. They were named after the Native American word meaning “Warrior.”

What is the Atlanta Braves’ logo?
The Atlanta Braves logo was originally designed when the team was the Boston Braves. Its most prominent feature is a drawing of a red tomahawk.

Who is the mascot for the Atlanta Braves?
The current mascot of the Atlanta Braves is Homer the Brave, named as such because of the last words of the National Anthem, “…and the home of the brave,” which is sung at the beginning of all MLB games.

Who owns the Atlanta Braves?
Liberty Media and John Malone

What numbers have been retired by the Atlanta Braves?
3 Dale Murphy
21 Warren Spahn
31 Greg Maddux
35 Phil Niekro
41 Eddie Mathews
44 Hank Aaron
47 Tom Galvine
42 Jackie Robinson (retired by MLB)

What players from the Atlanta Braves are in the Baseball Hall Of Fame?
Hank Aaron
John Clarkson
Hugh Duffy
Billy Herman
Rabbit Maranville
Eddie Mathews
Tommy McCarthy
Kid Nichols
Phil Niekro
Frank Selee
Warren Spahn
Vic Willis

How many World Series have the Atlanta Braves won?
Three (1914, 1957, 1995)

Fun Facts about Turner Field

What is Atlanta Braves stadium called?
Turner Field

What is the address of Turner Field?
755 Hank Aaron Drive
Atlanta, GA 30315

How many seats are in Turner Field?
50,097

Items NOT allowed in Turner Field
Hard-sided coolers
Bags larger than 16” x 16” x 8”
Weapons
Water bottles larger than one liter
Soda bottles
Sports Drinks
Frozen water bottles
Alcohol

When was Turner Field built?
Turner Field was built in the two years preceding its opening (for the 1996 Olympic Games) on July 19,1996. The first baseball game was played at the field almost a year later, on March 30, 1997.

How far is it down the right field line in Turner Field?
330 feet

How far is it down the left field line in Turner Field?
335 feet

How far is the center field wall in Turner Field?
401 feet

Travel Information if You’re going to watch the Atlanta Braves

Best restaurants in the area of Turner Field
1. Bullpen Rib House
735 Pollard Boulevard SW
Atlanta, GA 30315
(404) 577-5774
killerribs.com

2. Grace’s Tavern
726 Pryor Street Southwest
Atlanta, GA 30315
(404) 581-1994

3. BG’s Bar and Grill
825 McDaniel Street Southwest
Atlanta, GA 30310
(678) 949-2778
webs.com

Best hotels near Turner Field
1. Country Inn and Suites Atlanta
759 Pollard Boulevard
Atlanta, GA 30315
(404) 658-1961
countryinns.com

2. Comfort Inn Turner Field
795 Pollard Boulevard
Atlanta, GA 30315
(404) 658-1610
turnerfielddowntown.com

3. The Ellis Hotel
176 Peachtree Street Northwest
Atlanta, GA 30303
(404) 523-5155
ellishotel.com

Top 5 Players of all time for Atlanta Braves

5. Phil Niekro
Phil Niekro was an Atlanta Brave from 1964 until 1983. He continued his career after leaving Atlanta, to briefly play with the Yankees, Indians and Blue Jays. He was a five-time All-Star selection and a five-time Gold Glove Award winner. Perhaps his most memorable moment was the no-hitter that he pitches on August 5, 1973. His number, 35, has been retired by the Atlanta Braves, and in 1997 he was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame.
Win-Loss Record: 318-274
ERA: 3.35
Strikeouts: 3,342

4. Tom Glavine
Thomas Glavine was another monumental pitcher for the team. He picked up when Niekro left off, and began playing for Atlanta in 1987. He stayed with the team until 2002, when he left to play for the New York Mets. He returned to Atlanta for one season in 2008 before retiring from professional baseball. Glavine was a tine-time All-Star selection during his entire career, and won the Silver Slugger award four times. He won the Cy Young Award twice and the TSN Pitcher of the Year Award twice, both awards recognizing his amazing talent on the mound. He helped the team to win the 1995 World Series between Atlanta and Cleveland. He was voted the team’s World Series MVP that year. His number, 47, has been retired by the Atlanta Braves.
Win-Loss Record: 305-203
ERA: 3.54
Strikeouts: 2,607

3. Dale Murphy
Dale Murphy was an outfielder for the Atlanta Braves from 1976 until 1990. He went on to play for the Philadelphia Phillies and the Colorado Rockies before retiring from baseball. He won the Gold Glove Award five times and the Silver Slugger Award four times, demonstrating his abilities on both offense and defense. He was twice the National League’s Most Valuable Player. He was a seven-time All-Star selection and his number, 3, has been retired by the Atlanta Braves.
Batting Average: .265
Home Runs: 398
Runs Batted In: 1,266

2. Greg Maddux
Greg Maddux played 11 of his 23 MLB seasons with the Atlanta Braves. He also pitched for the Cubs, Dodgers and Padres before retiring from the sport in 2008. Maddux was an 18 time Gold Glove Award winner, which is annually awarded to those players that demonstrate outstanding fielding performance. He was an eight-time All-Star selection. Maddux won the Cy Young Award four years straight, in 1992, 1993, 1994 and 1995. In these same four years, he won the TSN Pitcher of the Year award. His number, 31, has been retired both by the Chicago Cubs and by the Atlanta Braves.
Win-Loss Record: 355-227
ERA: 3.16
Strikeouts: 3,371

1. Hank Aaron
Hank Aaron played for the Atlanta Braves from 1954 until 1974, playing both in Milwaukee, and in Atlanta after the team made its final move. He was the team’s right fielder. He holds a number of MLB records, including the highest number of total bases, at 6,856. He has an MLB high 2,297 runs batted in, and saw 17 consecutive seasons with 150 or more hits, another MLB record. He was a 25-time All-Star selection and a three-time Gold Glove Award winner. He helped the Braves to a World Series championship in 1957. He was named to the MLB All-Century Team and his number, 44, has been retired by the Atlanta Braves. Aaron was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1982, winning 97.83% of the vote in his first year of eligibility.
Batting Average: .305
Home Runs: 755
Hits: 3,771
Runs Batted In: 2,297

Resources about Atlanta Braves

The Official Site of the Atlanta Braves
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Atlanta Braves – Braves Baseball Clubhouse – ESPN
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Atlanta Braves MLB at CBSSports.com
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Atlanta Braves News, Schedule, Photos, Stats, Players, MLB Baseball
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