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Matt Kemp singled in the winning run in the bottom of the 10th inning, Zack Greinke struck out a season-high 13 and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Atlanta Braves 3-2 on Wednesday night for their season-best fifth...More >>
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Matt Kemp singled in the winning run in the bottom of the 10th inning, Zack Greinke struck out a season-high 13 and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Atlanta Braves 3-2 on Wednesday night for their season-best fifth...More >>
Matt Kemp singled in the winning run in the bottom of the 10th inning, Zack Greinke struck out a season-high 13 and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Atlanta Braves 3-2 on Wednesday night for their season-best fifth...More >>
Dodgers beat Braves 3-2 for 5th straight win
Dodgers beat Braves 3-2 for 5th straight win
Matt Kemp singled in the winning run in the bottom of the 10th inning, Zack Greinke struck out a season-high 13 and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Atlanta Braves 3-2 on Wednesday night for their season-best fifth...More >>
Matt Kemp singled in the winning run in the bottom of the 10th inning, Zack Greinke struck out a season-high 13 and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Atlanta Braves 3-2 on Wednesday night for their season-best fifth...More >>
2 Braves minor leaguers suspended for drugs
2 Braves minor leaguers suspended for drugs
Two minor league pitchers in the Atlanta Braves' organization have each been suspended for 72 games after positive drug tests.More >>
Two minor league pitchers in the Atlanta Braves' organization have each been suspended for 72 games after positive drug tests.More >>
Auburn-Clemson to meet in 2016, 2017
Auburn-Clemson to meet in 2016, 2017
Auburn and Clemson have agreed to play a home-and-home series in 2016 and 2017.More >>
Auburn and Clemson have agreed to play a home-and-home series in 2016 and 2017.More >>
Chiefs' Murray says bro, 'Bachelorette' very happy
Chiefs' Murray says bro, 'Bachelorette' very happy
Chiefs rookie Aaron Murray was tied up in meetings Monday night, at the same time millions of people were tuning into ABC to see whether his brother would be popping the question.More >>
Chiefs rookie Aaron Murray was tied up in meetings Monday night, at the same time millions of people were tuning into ABC to see whether his brother would be popping the question.More >>
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Matt Kemp hit a pair of two-run homers, Yasiel Puig had four hits with two runs scored and the first-place Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Atlanta Braves 8-4 Tuesday night for their fourth straight win.More >>
Matt Kemp hit a pair of two-run homers, Yasiel Puig had four hits with two runs scored and the first-place Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Atlanta Braves 8-4 Tuesday night for their fourth straight win.More >>
Kemp's 2 homers help Dodgers beat Braves 8-4
Kemp's 2 homers help Dodgers beat Braves 8-4
Matt Kemp hit a pair of two-run homers, Yasiel Puig had four hits with two runs scored and the first-place Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Atlanta Braves 8-4 Tuesday night for their fourth straight win.More >>
Matt Kemp hit a pair of two-run homers, Yasiel Puig had four hits with two runs scored and the first-place Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Atlanta Braves 8-4 Tuesday night for their fourth straight win.More >>
QB Ryan takes teaching role for Falcons offense
QB Ryan takes teaching role for Falcons offense
Matt Ryan is expanding his leadership role to include teaching young players and other newcomers in his seventh training camp with the Falcons.More >>
Matt Ryan is expanding his leadership role to include teaching young players and other newcomers in his seventh training camp with the Falcons.More >>
Arizona Cardinal John Abraham charged with DUI
Arizona Cardinal John Abraham charged with DUI
Authorities say Arizona Cardinals linebacker John Abraham was arrested on a drunken driving charge a month ago in the Atlanta area.More >>
Police say Arizona Cardinals linebacker John Abraham fell asleep inside a car on a suburban Atlanta highway and was arrested last month on DUI charges.More >>
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Latest Georgia sports
Ervin Santana threw eight scoreless innings, Evan Gattis homered for the first time in more than a month and the Atlanta Braves beat the San Diego Padres 2-0 on Monday.More >>
Ervin Santana threw eight scoreless innings, Evan Gattis homered for the first time in more than a month and the Atlanta Braves beat the San Diego Padres 2-0 on Monday.More >>
Falcons rookie LB Shembo pushing for starting job
Falcons rookie LB Shembo pushing for starting job
The Falcons were given the unusual go-ahead to tackle to the ground on the first day of full pads in training camp, and even rookie Prince Shembo could see that players were too excited to finally be hitting.More >>
The Falcons were given the unusual go-ahead to tackle to the ground on the first day of full pads in training camp, and even rookie Prince Shembo could see that players were too excited to finally be hitting.More >>
Santana, Gattis lead Braves to 2-0 win over Padres
Santana, Gattis lead Braves to 2-0 win over Padres
Ervin Santana threw eight scoreless innings, Evan Gattis homered for the first time in more than a month and the Atlanta Braves beat the San Diego Padres 2-0 on Monday.More >>
Ervin Santana threw eight scoreless innings, Evan Gattis homered for the first time in more than a month and the Atlanta Braves beat the San Diego Padres 2-0 on Monday.More >>
Former Georgia runner dies in car accident
Former Georgia runner dies in car accident
Former University of Georgia 400-meter runner Torrin Lawrence has died in a car accident. He was 25.More >>
Former University of Georgia 400-meter runner Torrin Lawrence has died in a car accident. He was 25.More >>
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Latest Georgia sports
Chris Johnson and Ryan Doumit each drove in two runs during Atlanta's six-run third inning and the Braves beat Eric Stults the San Diego Padres 8-3 on Sunday.More >>
Chris Johnson and Ryan Doumit each drove in two runs during Atlanta's six-run third inning and the Braves beat Eric Stults the San Diego Padres 8-3 on Sunday.More >>
Padres to place OF Quentin on DL with sore knee
Padres to place OF Quentin on DL with sore knee
The San Diego Padres say they will put outfielder Carlos Quentin on the 15-day disabled list on Monday because of a sore left knee.More >>
The San Diego Padres say they will put outfielder Carlos Quentin on the 15-day disabled list on Monday because of a sore left knee.More >>
Braves score 6 runs in 3rd, beat Padres 8-3
Braves score 6 runs in 3rd, beat Padres 8-3
Chris Johnson and Ryan Doumit each drove in two runs during Atlanta's six-run third inning and the Braves beat Eric Stults the San Diego Padres 8-3 on Sunday.More >>
Chris Johnson and Ryan Doumit each drove in two runs during Atlanta's six-run third inning and the Braves beat Eric Stults the San Diego Padres 8-3 on Sunday.More >>
Trufant, Alford step into Atlanta leadership roles
Trufant, Alford step into Atlanta leadership roles
The Atlanta Falcons need new leadership on defense, and coach Mike Smith says second-year cornerbacks Desmond Trufant and Robert Alford fit the job description perfectly.More >>
The Atlanta Falcons need new leadership on defense, and coach Mike Smith says second-year cornerbacks Desmond Trufant and Robert Alford fit the job description perfectly.More >>
Atlanta's Paul Millsap added to Team USA roster
Atlanta's Paul Millsap added to Team USA roster
Atlanta Hawks forward Paul Millsap was added to Team USA's roster for the training camp that opens Monday in Las Vegas.More >>
Atlanta Hawks forward Paul Millsap was added to Team USA's roster for the training camp that opens Monday in Las Vegas.More >>
Latta leads streaking Mystics past sliding Dream
Latta leads streaking Mystics past sliding Dream
Ivory Latta scored 21 points and Kara Lawson added 14 as the surging Washington Mystics moved into second place in the Eastern Conference with a 77-67 win over the Atlanta Dream on Sunday.More >>
Ivory Latta scored 21 points and Kara Lawson added 14 as the surging Washington Mystics moved into second place in the Eastern Conference with a 77-67 win over the Atlanta Dream on Sunday.More >>
Top-seeded Isner wins 2nd straight Atlanta title
Top-seeded Isner wins 2nd straight Atlanta title
Top-seeded John Isner overpowered Dudi Sela on Sunday to successful defend his Atlanta Open title, blowing serve after serve past the 5-foot-9 Israeli player in a 6-3, 6-4 victory.More >>
Top-seeded John Isner overpowered Dudi Sela on Sunday to successful defend his Atlanta Open title, blowing serve after serve past the 5-foot-9 Israeli player in a 6-3, 6-4 victory.More >>
Joe Torre inducted into Baseball Hall of Fame
Joe Torre inducted into Baseball Hall of Fame
Joe Torre, the managerial mastermind of the resurgence of the New York Yankees, has been inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.More >>
Joe Torre, the managerial mastermind of the resurgence of the New York Yankees, has been inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.More >>
Padres' Kennedy to miss start with oblique strain
Padres' Kennedy to miss start with oblique strain
Padres right-hander Ian Kennedy will miss his scheduled start against the Braves on Monday due to a left oblique strain.More >>
Padres right-hander Ian Kennedy will miss his scheduled start against the Braves on Monday due to a left oblique strain.More >>
Glavine is inducted into baseball Hall of Fame
Glavine is inducted into baseball Hall of Fame
Tom Glavine, that rare athlete drafted by two professional leagues in different sports, has been inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.More >>
Tom Glavine, that rare athlete drafted by two professional leagues in different sports, has been inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.More >>
Feisty Bobby Cox inducted into BB Hall of Fame
Feisty Bobby Cox inducted into BB Hall of Fame
Bobby Cox, who guided the Atlanta Braves to an unprecedented 14 straight division titles and 15 playoff appearances, has been inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.More >>
Bobby Cox, who guided the Atlanta Braves to an unprecedented 14 straight division titles and 15 playoff appearances, has been inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.More >>
Greg Maddux inducted in baseball Hall of Fame
Greg Maddux inducted in baseball Hall of Fame
Greg Maddux, who won 355 games over a 23-year major league career, has been inducted into baseball's Hall of Fame.More >>
Greg Maddux, who won 355 games over a 23-year major league career, has been inducted into baseball's Hall of Fame.More >>
Teheran earns 10th win as Braves top Padres 5-3
Teheran earns 10th win as Braves top Padres 5-3
Freddie Freeman had three hits and an RBI, Julio Teheran earned his 10th win and the Atlanta Braves took advantage of Ordisamer Despaigne's control problems to beat the San Diego Padres 5-3 on Saturday night.More >>
Freddie Freeman had three hits and an RBI, Julio Teheran earned his 10th win and the Atlanta Braves took advantage of Ordisamer Despaigne's control problems to beat the San Diego Padres 5-3 on Saturday night.More >>
Falcons want big improvement from guys up front
Falcons want big improvement from guys up front
Through the first two days of training camp, the Atlanta Falcons look just fine along the offensive line.More >>
Through the first two days of training camp, the Atlanta Falcons look just fine along the offensive line.More >>
Georgia OLB Bellamy faces DUI, speeding charges
Georgia OLB Bellamy faces DUI, speeding charges
Georgia freshman outside linebacker Davin Bellamy has been arrested by Athens-Clarke County police on charges of driving under the influence and speeding.More >>
Georgia freshman outside linebacker Davin Bellamy has been arrested by Athens-Clarke County police on charges of driving under the influence and speeding.More >>
Top-seeded John Isner reaches Atlanta Open final
Top-seeded John Isner reaches Atlanta Open final
Top-seeded defending champion John Isner advanced to the Atlanta Open final for the fourth time in the tournament's five-year history, beating practice partner Jack Sock 7-5, 6-4 on Saturday.More >>
Top-seeded defending champion John Isner advanced to the Atlanta Open final for the fourth time in the tournament's five-year history, beating practice partner Jack Sock 7-5, 6-4 on Saturday.More >>
Padres activate 1B Yonder Alonso from 15-day DL
Padres activate 1B Yonder Alonso from 15-day DL
The San Diego Padres have activated first baseman Yonder Alonso from the 15-day disabled list.More >>
The San Diego Padres have activated first baseman Yonder Alonso from the 15-day disabled list.More >>
Braves option Pastornicky to Triple-A Gwinnett
Braves option Pastornicky to Triple-A Gwinnett
The Atlanta Braves have optioned infielder Tyler Pastornicky to Triple-A Gwinnett and recalled second baseman Phil Gosselin from Gwinnett.More >>
The Atlanta Braves have optioned infielder Tyler Pastornicky to Triple-A Gwinnett and recalled second baseman Phil Gosselin from Gwinnett.More >>
Brandon Jones makes it 2 for 2 in ARCA
Brandon Jones makes it 2 for 2 in ARCA
Brandon Jones made it 2 for 2 in his ARCA Racing Series career, winning from the pole Friday night at Lucas Oil Raceway.More >>
Brandon Jones made it 2 for 2 in his ARCA Racing Series career, winning from the pole Friday night at Lucas Oil Raceway.More >>
Rookie road king Hahn hurls Padres past Braves 5-2
Rookie road king Hahn hurls Padres past Braves 5-2
Rookie Jesse Hahn allowed only three hits in six innings to remain unbeaten on the road and the San Diego Padres beat Atlanta 5-2 on Friday night to continue their recent success against the Braves.More >>
Rookie Jesse Hahn allowed only three hits in six innings to remain unbeaten on the road and the San Diego Padres beat Atlanta 5-2 on Friday night to continue their recent success against the Braves.More >>
Prince helps Sky beat Dream 79-75
Prince helps Sky beat Dream 79-75
Ephiphanny Prince scored 21 points and the Chicago Sky held off the Eastern Conference-leading Atlanta Dream 79-75 on Friday night at Georgia Tech's McCamish Pavilion.More >>
Ephiphanny Prince scored 21 points and the Chicago Sky held off the Eastern Conference-leading Atlanta Dream 79-75 on Friday night at Georgia Tech's McCamish Pavilion.More >>
Top-seeded Isner reaches Atlanta Open semifinals
Top-seeded Isner reaches Atlanta Open semifinals
Top-seeded defending champion John Isner overcame a slow start Friday to advance to the Atlanta Open semifinals, beating Australia's Marinko Matosevic 7-6 (8), 6-4 in hot conditions.More >>
Top-seeded defending champion John Isner overcame a slow start Friday to advance to the Atlanta Open semifinals, beating Australia's Marinko Matosevic 7-6 (8), 6-4 in hot conditions.More >>
Falcons open training camp with 'sense of urgency'
Falcons open training camp with 'sense of urgency'
The Atlanta Falcons have opened training camp with what coach Mike Smith calls "a sense of urgency."More >>
The Atlanta Falcons have opened training camp with what coach Mike Smith calls "a sense of urgency."More >>
Hawks sign first-round pick Adreian Payne
Hawks sign first-round pick Adreian Payne
The Atlanta Hawks have signed power forward Adreian Payne, the team's first-round pick last month.More >>
The Atlanta Hawks have signed power forward Adreian Payne, the team's first-round pick last month.More >>
Jaguars to close pools, cabanas for Dolphins game
Jaguars to close pools, cabanas for Dolphins game
The Jacksonville Jaguars are closing their much-ballyhooed pools for one game this season.More >>
The Jacksonville Jaguars are closing their much-ballyhooed pools for one game this season.More >>
Falcons waive WR Johnson before training camp
Falcons waive WR Johnson before training camp
The Atlanta Falcons have waived wide receiver Darius Johnson.More >>
The Atlanta Falcons have waived wide receiver Darius Johnson.More >>
Dream coach Cooper has surgery for tongue cancer
Dream coach Cooper has surgery for tongue cancer
Atlanta Dream coach Michael Cooper has had surgery for tongue cancer.More >>
Atlanta Dream coach Michael Cooper has had surgery for tongue cancer.More >>
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Jarrod Saltalamacchia drove in the go-ahead run in the ninth inning, Henderson Alvarez won for the first time in three starts and the Miami Marlins beat the Atlanta Braves 3-2 on Thursday night.More >>
Jarrod Saltalamacchia drove in the go-ahead run in the ninth inning, Henderson Alvarez won for the first time in three starts and the Miami Marlins beat the Atlanta Braves 3-2 on Thursday night.More >>
Thiemo de Bakker reaches Atlanta Open quarters
Thiemo de Bakker reaches Atlanta Open quarters
Dutchman Thiemo de Bakker beat second-seeded Kevin Anderson of South Africa 6-4, 7-5 on Thursday night in the rain-delayed second round of the Atlanta Open to advance to the quarterfinals.More >>
Dutchman Thiemo de Bakker beat second-seeded Kevin Anderson of South Africa 6-4, 7-5 on Thursday night in the rain-delayed second round of the Atlanta Open to advance to the quarterfinals.More >>
Auburn's Marshall pays citations in Georgia
Auburn's Marshall pays citations in Georgia
Auburn quarterback Nick Marshall has paid the fines for possession of a small amount of marijuana and a window tint violation.More >>
Auburn quarterback Nick Marshall has paid the fines for possession of a small amount of marijuana and a window tint violation.More >>
Falcons WR White agrees to 4-year extension
Falcons WR White agrees to 4-year extension
On the eve of training camp, the Atlanta Falcons have agreed to terms on a new contract with receiver Roddy White.More >>
On the eve of training camp, the Atlanta Falcons have agreed to terms on a new contract with receiver Roddy White.More >>
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Freddie Freeman hit a three-run homer, Ervin Santana won his second straight start and the Atlanta Braves beat the Miami Marlins 6-1 on Wednesday night.More >>
Freddie Freeman hit a three-run homer, Ervin Santana won his second straight start and the Atlanta Braves beat the Miami Marlins 6-1 on Wednesday night.More >>
Freeman, Santana pace Braves past Marlins
Freeman, Santana pace Braves past Marlins
Freddie Freeman hit a three-run homer, Ervin Santana won his second straight start and the Atlanta Braves beat the Miami Marlins 6-1 on Wednesday night.More >>
Freddie Freeman hit a three-run homer, Ervin Santana won his second straight start and the Atlanta Braves beat the Miami Marlins 6-1 on Wednesday night.More >>
Popisil advances to Atlanta Open quarterfinals
Popisil advances to Atlanta Open quarterfinals
Fourth-seeded Vasek Popisil of Canada advanced to the Atlanta Open quarterfinals, beating Ukrainian qualifier Illya Marchenko 7-5, 6-3 on Wednesday.More >>
Fourth-seeded Vasek Popisil of Canada advanced to the Atlanta Open quarterfinals, beating Ukrainian qualifier Illya Marchenko 7-5, 6-3 on Wednesday.More >>
Georgia dismisses reserve DE Jonathan Taylor
Georgia dismisses reserve DE Jonathan Taylor
Georgia has announced that sophomore defensive lineman Jonathan Taylor has been dismissed from the team following his arrest on aggravated assault and family violence charges.More >>
Georgia has announced that sophomore defensive lineman Jonathan Taylor has been dismissed from the team following his arrest on aggravated assault and family violence charges.More >>
SoCon commissioner happy with league stability
SoCon commissioner happy with league stability
Southern Conference Commissioner John Iamarino is grateful he's through with the late-night rumors and frantic calls to league members about whether they'll be leaving - at least for now.More >>
Southern Conference Commissioner John Iamarino is grateful he's through with the late-night rumors and frantic calls to league members about whether they'll be leaving - at least for now.More >>
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Jacob Turner allowed two runs in his bid for a permanent return to Miami's rotation and the Marlins knocked Mike Minor out of the game early in their 6-5 win over the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday night.More >>
Jacob Turner allowed two runs in his bid for a permanent return to Miami's rotation and the Marlins knocked Mike Minor out of the game early in their 6-5 win over the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday night.More >>
Moore has 48 points in the Lynx's 112-108 2OT win
Moore has 48 points in the Lynx's 112-108 2OT win
Maya Moore scored a franchise-record 48 points, the second most in WNBA history, to help the Minnesota Lynx beat the Atlanta Dream 112-108 in double-overtime on Tuesday night.More >>
Maya Moore scored a franchise-record 48 points, the second most in WNBA history, to help the Minnesota Lynx beat the Atlanta Dream 112-108 in double-overtime on Tuesday night.More >>
Solano, Marlins bully Mike Minor, beat Braves 6-5
Solano, Marlins bully Mike Minor, beat Braves 6-5
Jacob Turner allowed two runs in his bid for a permanent return to Miami's rotation and the Marlins knocked Mike Minor out of the game early in their 6-5 win over the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday night.More >>
Jacob Turner allowed two runs in his bid for a permanent return to Miami's rotation and the Marlins knocked Mike Minor out of the game early in their 6-5 win over the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday night.More >>
Sock advances in Atlanta Open
Sock advances in Atlanta Open
Jack Sock beat Alejandro Gonzalez 6-2, 6-4 in the first round of the BB&T Atlanta Open on Tuesday.More >>
Jack Sock beat Alejandro Gonzalez 6-2, 6-4 in the first round of the BB&T Atlanta Open on Tuesday.More >>
Sun Belt commissioner expresses faith in 'Power-5'
Sun Belt commissioner expresses faith in 'Power-5'
Sun Belt commissioner Karl Benson says the 11-team league is prepared for the anticipated rising cost of remaining part of major college football.More >>
Sun Belt commissioner Karl Benson says the 11-team league is prepared for the anticipated rising cost of remaining part of major college football.More >>
Georgia Tech dismisses 3 players, suspends another
Georgia Tech dismisses 3 players, suspends another
Georgia Tech has dismissed wide receiver Anthony Autry and defensive linemen Darius Commissiong and Travin Henry and suspended defensive back Lynn Griffin for the first two games of the 2014 season.More >>
Georgia Tech has dismissed wide receiver Anthony Autry and defensive linemen Darius Commissiong and Travin Henry and suspended defensive back Lynn Griffin for the first two games of the 2014 season.More >>
Falcons sign former Colts linebacker Pat Angerer
Falcons sign former Colts linebacker Pat Angerer
The Atlanta Falcons have added depth and experience at linebacker by signing former Colts starter Pat Angerer.More >>
The Atlanta Falcons have added depth and experience at linebacker by signing former Colts starter Pat Angerer.More >>
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Garrett Jones drove in two runs with a bases-loaded single in the 10th inning, lifting the Miami Marlins to a 3-1 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Monday night.More >>
For the Miami Marlins, it was an important win for a Miami team trying to retain its fading playoff hopes.More >>
Jones lifts Marlins past Braves 3-1 in 10
Jones lifts Marlins past Braves 3-1 in 10
Garrett Jones drove in two runs with a bases-loaded single in the 10th inning, lifting the Miami Marlins to a 3-1 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Monday night.More >>
Garrett Jones drove in two runs with a bases-loaded single in the 10th inning, lifting the Miami Marlins to a 3-1 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Monday night.More >>
Querrey beats Johnson at Atlanta Open
Querrey beats Johnson at Atlanta Open
Sam Querrey beat hometown buddy Steve Johnson 7-6 (3), 7-5 to open the BB&T Atlanta Open on Monday.More >>
Sam Querrey beat hometown buddy Steve Johnson 7-6 (3), 7-5 to open the BB&T Atlanta Open on Monday.More >>
Dream's Cooper diagnosed with tongue cancer
Dream's Cooper diagnosed with tongue cancer
Atlanta Dream coach Michael Cooper has been diagnosed with early stage tongue cancer.More >>
Atlanta Dream coach Michael Cooper has been diagnosed with early stage tongue cancer.More >>
Braves' Gattis off DL, starting against Marlins
Braves' Gattis off DL, starting against Marlins
Catcher Evan Gattis has been activated from the 15-day disabled list and is in Atlanta's lineup against the Miami Marlins.More >>
Catcher Evan Gattis has been activated from the 15-day disabled list and is in Atlanta's lineup against the Miami Marlins.More >>
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Tommy La Stella drove in three runs and Chris Johnson hit a two-run homer to back Alex Wood and help the Atlanta Braves beat the Philadelphia Phillies 8-2 Sunday.More >>
Tommy La Stella drove in three runs and Chris Johnson hit a two-run homer to back Alex Wood and help the Atlanta Braves beat the Philadelphia Phillies 8-2 Sunday.More >>
La Stella, Wood lead Braves' win over Phillies
La Stella, Wood lead Braves' win over Phillies
Tommy La Stella drove in three runs and Chris Johnson hit a two-run homer to back a strong start by Alex Wood and help the Atlanta Braves beat the Philadelphia Phillies 8-2 Sunday.More >>
Tommy La Stella drove in three runs and Chris Johnson hit a two-run homer to back a strong start by Alex Wood and help the Atlanta Braves beat the Philadelphia Phillies 8-2 Sunday.More >>
Hamels, Rollins power Phillies past Braves 2-1
Hamels, Rollins power Phillies past Braves 2-1
Cole Hamels held the Braves to four hits through seven innings, Jimmy Rollins hit a two-run homer, and the Philadelphia Phillies beat Atlanta 2-1 on Saturday night.More >>
Cole Hamels held the Braves to four hits through seven innings, Jimmy Rollins hit a two-run homer, and the Philadelphia Phillies beat Atlanta 2-1 on Saturday night.More >>
Braves option LHP Avilan to minors
Braves option LHP Avilan to minors
The Atlanta Braves have optioned struggling relief pitcher Luis Avilan to Triple-A Gwinnett and purchased the contract of left-hander Chasen Shreve from Double-A Mississippi.More >>
The Atlanta Braves have optioned struggling relief pitcher Luis Avilan to Triple-A Gwinnett and purchased the contract of left-hander Chasen Shreve from Double-A Mississippi.More >>
Leslie headlines 2015 women's Hall of Fame class
Leslie headlines 2015 women's Hall of Fame class
By DOUG FEINBERG AP Basketball Writer Four-time Olympic gold medalist Lisa Leslie headlines the 2015 women's basketball Hall of Fame induction class announced Saturday.More >>
By DOUG FEINBERG AP Basketball Writer Four-time Olympic gold medalist Lisa Leslie headlines the 2015 women's basketball Hall of Fame induction class announced Saturday.More >>
Heyward, Simmons pace Braves past Phillies
Heyward, Simmons pace Braves past Phillies
Jason Heyward homered and drove in two runs, Andrelton Simmons had two RBIs, and the Atlanta Braves won their third straight game with a 6-4 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday night.More >>
Jason Heyward homered and drove in two runs, Andrelton Simmons had two RBIs, and the Atlanta Braves won their third straight game with a 6-4 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday night.More >>
Streaking Mercury host WNBA All-Star Game
Streaking Mercury host WNBA All-Star Game
The desert is a perfect place for this year's WNBA All-Star Game. It's where the most dominating basketball in the league has been played this seasonMore >>
The desert is a perfect place for this year's WNBA All-Star Game. It's where the most dominating basketball in the league has been played this seasonMore >>
Lee ready to return to Phillies' rotation
Lee ready to return to Phillies' rotation
Cliff Lee says he's ready to reclaim his spot in Philadelphia's starting rotation after missing the past nine weeks with a strained left elbow.More >>
Cliff Lee says he's ready to reclaim his spot in Philadelphia's starting rotation after missing the past nine weeks with a strained left elbow.More >>
Howard: Parsons' absence won't affect Rockets
Howard: Parsons' absence won't affect Rockets
Dwight Howard says the departure of Chandler Parsons won't have an effect on the Houston Rockets' title hopes next season.More >>
Dwight Howard says the departure of Chandler Parsons won't have an effect on the Houston Rockets' title hopes next season.More >>
Braves part ways with struggling 2B Dan Uggla
Braves part ways with struggling 2B Dan Uggla
The Atlanta Braves have requested unconditional release waivers for struggling second baseman Dan Uggla, parting ways with a former starter still owed over $18 million over the remainder of this year and next.More >>
The Atlanta Braves have requested unconditional release waivers for struggling second baseman Dan Uggla, parting ways with a former starter still owed over $18 million over the remainder of this year and next.More >>
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Southeastern Conference players have mostly been content to let league administrators and coaches take up the drumbeat for NCAA reform.More >>
Southeastern Conference players have mostly been content to let league administrators and coaches take up the drumbeat for NCAA reform.More >>
SEC players mostly leave lobbying to others
SEC players mostly leave lobbying to others
Southeastern Conference players have mostly been content to let league administrators and coaches take up the drumbeat for NCAA reform.More >>
Southeastern Conference players have mostly been content to let league administrators and coaches take up the drumbeat for NCAA reform.More >>
Georgia's Gurley: 2,000 yards 'would be awesome'
Georgia's Gurley: 2,000 yards 'would be awesome'
Todd Gurley doesn't get too excited talking about being a potential Heisman Trophy candidate, but can't restrain a smile thinking about one milestone that's probably unrealistic.More >>
Todd Gurley doesn't get too excited talking about being a potential Heisman Trophy candidate, but can't restrain a smile thinking about one milestone that's probably unrealistic.More >>
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Latest Georgia sports
Cappie Pondexter banked in a jumper from the fouline with four-tenths of a second left to lift the New York Liberty to a 77-75 win over the Atlanta Dream on Wednesday.More >>
Cappie Pondexter banked in a jumper from the fouline with four-tenths of a second left to lift the New York Liberty to a 77-75 win over the Atlanta Dream on Wednesday.More >>

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Auburn and Clemson agree to home-and-home series
Auburn and Clemson agree to home-and-home series
Updated: Wednesday, July 30 2014 11:44 PM EDT2014-07-31 03:44:53 GMT
AUBURN, Ala.— Auburn and Clemson have agreed to play a football home-and-home series in 2016 and 2017, announced Auburn Director of Athletics Jay Jacobs Wednesday. Auburn will host Clemson on SeptemberMore >>
AUBURN, Ala.— Auburn and Clemson have agreed to play a football home-and-home series in 2016 and 2017, announced Auburn Director of Athletics Jay Jacobs Wednesday. Auburn will host Clemson on SeptemberMore >>
NCAA reaches $70 million concussion lawsuit settlement
NCAA reaches $70 million concussion lawsuit settlement
Updated: Tuesday, July 29 2014 1:28 PM EDT2014-07-29 17:28:00 GMT
The settlement will establish new protocols for head injuries during practices and games and will also prevent athletes from returning to a game after a concussion.More >>
The settlement will establish new protocols for head injuries during practices and games and will also prevent athletes from returning to a game after a concussion.More >>
Rolando McClain found guilty of misdemeanor charges
Rolando McClain found guilty of misdemeanor charges
Updated: Friday, July 25 2014 4:37 PM EDT2014-07-25 20:37:43 GMT
Rolando McClain (Source: Decatur Police Department)
A Decatur municipal judge found former Alabama football star Rolando McClain guilty on charges of resisting arrest and disorderly conduct on Friday.More >>
A Decatur municipal judge found former Alabama football star Rolando McClain guilty on charges of resisting arrest and disorderly conduct on Friday.More >>
Fmr. head coach Tony Dungy clarifies Michael Sam draft comments
Fmr. head coach Tony Dungy clarifies Michael Sam draft comments
Updated: Tuesday, July 22 2014 8:39 PM EDT2014-07-23 00:39:48 GMT
Former NFL head coach Tony Dungy is clarifying comments he made on NFL Draft choices, and the comments were directed at St. Louis Rams rookie Michael Sam.
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Former NFL head coach Tony Dungy is clarifying comments he made on NFL Draft choices, and the comments were directed at St. Louis Rams rookie Michael Sam.
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Braves react to the release of Dan Uggla
Braves react to the release of Dan Uggla
Updated: Friday, July 18 2014 6:00 PM EDT2014-07-18 22:00:30 GMT
Uggla, who was in his fourth season in Atlanta, batted .162 with 10 RBI's and two home runs in 48 games this season, according to a release from the team.More >>
Uggla, who was in his fourth season in Atlanta, batted .162 with 10 RBI's and two home runs in 48 games this season, according to a release from the team.More >>

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