On May 9th we got word of the passing of legendary Atlanta Braves coach Bobby Cox. He was 84 years old. In memory of his passing, we wanted to revisit one of our favorite Stories of Atlanta episodes, a story that captures not only Bobby’s fiery spirit, but the fierce loyalty that made him one […]
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158 Days Shy
This week’s Stories of Atlanta examines a part of Atlanta’s history that may not be common knowledge to most Atlantans. The subject of our story was an athlete who many would describe as the best who ever played the game, and though a household name back in his day, he is now a man who […]
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A unique offer
Legendary Brooklyn Dodgers GM Branch Rickey set his sights on a member of the Atlanta Crackers and makes baseball history in the process on this week’s Stories of Atlanta.
