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Guessing random Atlanta Braves players from the past: Uncle Rico

Play along with our daily Atlanta Braves trivia. Use five provided hints to guess the former Braves player.

By Chase Owens |
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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! Please take the opportunity to participate in our weekly guessing game. Did you miss the last one? 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 9 seasons in MLB. During this time, he has made appearances for the following teams: New York Mets, Boston Red Sox, Detroit Tigers, Philadelphia Phillies, and Atlanta Braves.

Hint #2 (Jersey Numbers): During his 9 seasons in the big leagues, this player wore the following jersey numbers: 2, 11, 13, and 26. He wore the number 2 with the Braves.  

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 has never been an All-Star, nor has he been recognized for any individual award.

Hint #4 (Braves Stats): This player was with the Braves for just a single season in 2001. During this time, he slashed .248/.297/.335 with three homers and three stolen bases in 72 games.

Hint #5 (Random Fact): This player was a first round pick by the Detroit Tigers in 1988.

 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: Rico Brogna

Although he was a former first round pick, uncle Rico Brogna didn't put together a stellar big league career. However, he was solid enough to stick around for nine seasons with various teams, including a decent three year run with the Phillies from 1997-1999.

The first baseman spent much of his career in the NL East, which ended with his 2001 stint in Atlanta. Brogna finished his career with 106 home runs, a 94 wRC+, and a 1.9 fWAR.

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