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Braves Fun Facts: The Braves are the only
franchise to win back-to-back titles (2005, 2006). They also have the winningest record in the league at .842% (32-6). In
2008, the Braves went 13-4. All four losses came to the Angels.
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Braves Wiffleball |
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Braves 2008 Schedule |
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Boxscores |
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Team Roster |
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2008 Team Leaders |
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Batting
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Pitching |
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AVG: Faustel (.545) |
Wins: Hess (5) |
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Hits: Hess (20) |
ERA: Hess (0.83) |
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HR: 2 tied with (7) |
SO: Hess (65) |
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RBI: Stegmann (35) |
IP: Hess (29.0) |
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BB: Stegmann (39) |
HR: Hess (0) |
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Franchise History |
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Championship Titles: 2 (2005, 2006) |
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Division Titles: 3 (2005, 2007, 2008) |
Team Captain/Owner: Chris Hess | | |
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In 2008 the greatest strength of the Braves was without a doubt their pitching. Hess anchored the staff with
a microscopic 0.83 ERA. Even when Giordano went down early with an arm injury, George Stegmann stepped up. The Braves held
opposing offenses to only 42 runs allowed in 12 games. Thanks to their great pitching they were able to capture
yet another Hess Division title.
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Well the Braves finally were able to improve
their offense. A big reason for that was James Strang boosting his OBP from last season. Despite leading the division
in runs scored, the Braves looked over powered against decent pitching in the playoffs. A big bat
in the middle of the order is an absolute necessity for the Braves in 2009. The same reason they lost in 2007 came
back to haunt them yet again. After not adding a bat last year, maybe they learned their lesson and will be on the look out
for a good hitter.
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The dynasty is officially over. The Braves
look to regain their winning traditions in 2009 though. These guys are certainly favorites considering their core of players
are all veterans. Look for the Braves to have a shot at the title next season.
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 Chris Hess picked up his 4th straight Cy Young, posting his best season yet. He went 5-0 with a 0.83 ERA while striking
out 65.
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