Mat BattsMat Batts

I am a Junior at the University of North Carolina Wilmington where I am majoring in both English and Creative Writing. I am a LHP on the UNCW baseball team and I am an avid Braves fan. I live and die with the Braves nightly via Jim Powell and Don Sutton on the Braves Radio Network.

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Venters Headed Back To See Dr. Andrews

Almost six weeks after Jonny Venters was forced to visit the dreaded Dr. James Andrews for the first time with a sore elbow, the Braves set-up specialist is back to square one, with a second visit scheduled…Read More

Alex Wood Opening Eyes Thus Far

The Atlanta Braves have long been known for their starting pitching talent and depth. From the five guys in the big league rotation all the way down to the rookies making starts for Rome and Mississippi,…Read More

What To Like About Teheran’s Odd Start

With young aces like Matt Harvey and Stephen Strasburg emerging in the NL East, Braves fans are waiting (im)patiently for their budding star to take flight and become one of the prolific young arms in…Read More

5 Keys To Success Against The Nats

The Atlanta Braves have played as well as any team in the league during the first week and a half of the season. But coming into their first series against the divisional rival Washington Nationals, everything…Read More

Tools of the Trade: Paul Maholm

It’s been a great start to the season for Braves left-hander Paul Maholm, who dazzled early this week in his start against the Marlins. Maholm shutout Miami over 7 innings, surrendering just one hit,…Read More

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Ventersless Bullpen Proving Strong

After receiving bleak news regarding the injured elbow of Jonny Venters on Tuesday, the Atlanta Braves…Read More

‘Tis The Season

There are very few things that baseball fans can agree on when it comes to their teams. Be it a close…Read More

Kause For Concern?

Kris Medlen made a name for himself as a starter in 2012. His historic second half of the season gave…Read More

2013 WBC: Right and Wrong

On Sunday afternoon when Craig Kimbrel took the mound for Team USA in the 9th inning of a win-or-go-home…Read More

2013 Is Dire For All Parties Involved

Braves fans have come to know the pain of disappointing seasons all too well over the last few years.…Read More

Can Jonny Venters Return to Dominance?

It’s no secret that the Braves bullpen is among the best in all of baseball, and has been for 2-3 years…Read More

A Home Away From Home

The middle of February has always served as a time of celebration for baseball fans and players alike.…Read More

Tyler Pastornicky’s Outlook for 2013 and Beyond

When Tyler Pastornicky took the field as the Braves starting shortstop on opening day in 2012, many Braves…Read More

Where Walden Fits into Braves Dominant Pen

Amongst all of the Upton brother speculation and now newfound excitement, most of Braves country has…Read More

Filling the Hole: Atlanta’s Leadoff Spot

We’re now sitting less than thirty days away from the voluntary report date for all players invited…Read More

Ten Reasons Why Michael Bourn Should Sign With Atlanta

Two months ago when the Braves signed CF B.J. Upton, it seemed like everyone in Atlanta had made their…Read More

What to Expect in Brian McCann’s Absence

With Brian McCann undergoing surgery on his right shoulder in early December, the Braves are looking…Read More

Braves Boast Promising Rotation For 2013

EDITOR’S NOTE:  Please welcome Mat Batts to the site.  He will provide a great player’s…Read More