Alex Burke

Alex Burke

I'm from Roswell, GA, originally. University of Missouri Journalism school graduate. Now I work in tech sales, but I still love to write and watch the Braves!

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - SEPTEMBER 06: Third baseman Josh Donaldson #20 of the Atlanta Braves celebrates in the dugout with an umbrella after hitting a 2-run home run in the seventh inning during the game against the Washington Nationals at SunTrust Park on September 06, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Mike Zarrilli/Getty Images)

Atlanta Braves: The scope of Josh Donaldson’s impact

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ATLANTA, GA - AUGUST 21: Ender Inciarte #11 of the Atlanta Braves knocks in a run with a second inning single against the Seattle Mariners at SunTrust Park on August 21, 2017 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Scott Cunningham/Getty Images)

Maybe 2017 was the fluke for Atlanta Braves’ Ender Inciarte

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NEW YORK, NY - JULY 03: Dansby Swanson #7 of the Atlanta Braves throws out Brett Gardner of the New York Yankees in the sixth inning at Yankee Stadium on July 3, 2018 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images)

Atlanta Braves’ Dansby Swanson is Gold Glove caliber

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KANSAS CITY, MO - JUNE 07: Closing pitcher Kelvin Herrera #40 of the Kansas City Royals pitches during the game against the Houston Astros at Kauffman Stadium on June 7, 2017 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

What Kelvin Herrera to the Washington Nationals means for the Atlanta Braves

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May 5, 2017; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Mike Foltynewicz (26) delivers a pitch to a St. Louis Cardinals batter in the first inning of their game at SunTrust Park. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports

Mike Foltynewicz Falters, Atlanta Braves Fall To Cardinals 10-0

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Apr 28, 2017; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Atlanta Braves pitcher Bartolo Colon (40) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Miller Park. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports

The Atlanta Braves Battle Back Twice, Beat The Brewers 10-8

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Apr 14, 2017; Atlanta, GA, USA; The Atlanta Braves run onto the field prior to the first MLB game at SunTrust Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Atlanta Braves Open SunTrust Park With A Win Over The Padres

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Oct 11, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; Glendale Desert Dogs catcher Carson Kelly of the St. Louis Cardinals during an Arizona Fall League game against the Scottsdale Scorpions at Camelback Ranch. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Is Catcher Prospect Carson Kelly The Answer For The Atlanta Braves?

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Mar 12, 2017; Tampa, FL, USA; Atlanta Braves center fielder Ronald Acuna (89) singles during the fourth inning against the New York Yankees at George M. Steinbrenner Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Ronald Acuña Refuses To Cool Off

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Sep 30, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Braves shortstop Chase d'Arnaud (23) signs autographs before a game against the Detroit Tigers at Turner Field. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

2017 Atlanta Braves Season Preview: Chase d’Arnaud

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Jun 16, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Braves relief pitcher Arodys Vizcaino (38) celebrates after the final out in their game against the Cincinnati Reds at Turner Field. The Braves won 7-2. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports

2017 Atlanta Braves Season Preview: Right-Handed Relief Pitcher Arodys Vizcaino

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Sep 3, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Atlanta Braves relief pitcher Mauricio Cabrera (62) throws a pitch during the tenth inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park. The Braves defeated the Phillies, 6-4 in 10 innings. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

2017 Atlanta Braves Season Preview: Right-Handed Relief Pitcher Mauricio Cabrera

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May 14, 2016; Kansas City, MO, USA; Atlanta Braves pitcher Ian Krol (46) delivers a pitch against the Kansas City Royals during the ninth inning at Kauffman Stadium. The Braves beat the Royals 5-0. Mandatory Credit: Peter G. Aiken-USA TODAY Sports

2017 Atlanta Braves Season Preview: Left-Handed Reliever Ian Krol

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Feb 15, 2017; Lake Buena Vista, FL, USA; Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Bartolo Colon (right) and starting pitcher Julio Teheran (left) during MLB spring training workouts at Champion Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports

Atlanta Braves Veterans Closing In On Significant Milestones

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Jun 9, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman (5) talks with San Diego Padres Justin Upton (10) after a single by Upton in the third inning of their game at Turner Field. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports

Atlanta Braves Lineup in 2013 vs. 2017: Who Ya Got?

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Aug 2, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman (5) walks to the dugout after a strikeout against the Pittsburgh Pirates in the seventh inning at Turner Field. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Cubs’ Rizzo Over Atlanta Braves’ Freeman? Why?

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