Guessing random Atlanta Braves players from the past: Loved by all

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The daily trivia game ‘Immaculate Grid’ has been a fun and exciting challenge for baseball fans. We wanted to create something similar related to the Atlanta Braves. Welcome to House That Hank Built’s latest series: Guessing random Atlanta Braves players from the past! Take the opportunity to participate in our daily guessing game every morning at 3:00 pm EST. Missed yesterday’s? Play here.

We will give you five hints at a random player who donned an Atlanta Braves jersey and see if you can guess from there! Have fun and no cheating! Here we go!

Hint #1 (Career Length): This player spent a total of 14 seasons in the MLB. During this time, he made appearances for the following teams: Miami Marlins, Arizona Diamondbacks, New York Yankees and Atlanta Braves.

Hint #2 (Jersey Numbers): During his 14 seasons in the big leagues, this player wore the following jersey numbers: 24, 14, and 1. He wore 24, 14 and 1 with the Braves but was best known for wearing number 14.

Do you think you know it already? If so, jump to the last slide to check your answer. If not, use the next page for more hints.

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Hint #3 (Individual Accolades): This player was an all-star in 2010 and finished 9th in Most Valuable Player voting that season. He also finished 20th in MVP voting in 2012.

Hint #4 (Braves Stats): This player was with the Braves from 2006-2012. Over this stretch, he hit .295 with 52 home runs and 286 runs batted in. In 683 games with Atlanta, he only struck out 308 times.

Hint #5 (Random Fact): This player was a right handed hitter that was well known for being a super utility player. Atlanta even made a commerical promoting how he did "everything well,"

Do you know it now? If so, check yourself on the last page. If not, click next anyway to see if you remember this player in a Braves jersey.

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Answer: Martin Prado

Martin Prado began his MLB career with the Atlanta Braves in 2006 at the young age of 22. He was with the organization until the start of the 2013 season.

Prado was and will always be a fan favorite in Atlanta. He played the game hard all the time and produced no matter where he was needed. He made appearances all across the diamond. He played the infield, outfield and was even listed as the team's emergency catcher.

Martin Prado could also be plugged into the batting order anywhere 1-9 and do exactly what was needed to put the Braves in a position to win. Although he may not have many individual accolades, Prado will be a Braves legend according to many fans.

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