Braves bank on pitching as 1993 season looms
The Braves boast a star starting staff headlined by Greg Maddux Tom Glavine John Smoltz and Steve Avery with Pete Smith as fifth. They sunk $64 million to keep the trio and signed Smoltz for 16 million while Maddux drew 28 million and Glavine 20 million. Manager Bobby Cox expects rotation depth to determine who starts the World Series. Maddux opens the season against the Cubs in Chicago with Glavine at home in Atlanta.
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Braves lead NL West surge reshapes baseball balance
The 1992 Braves feud to repeat as NL champions spurring major moves across the West. Cincinnati and Houston added stars like John Smiley and Doug Drabek while Los Angeles and San Francisco pursued big signings. Buckle up for a tough division race as injuries and depth test top teams.
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Baseball Looks New for 1993 Season Across MLB
The 1993 season brings a sweeping overhaul with 250 players changing teams including Bonds Maddux Winfield Molitor and Stewart. Nolan Ryan returns to Texas for a final 27th season as expansion Marlins and Rockies loom. A year of salary woes and no commissioner is offset by faster games and new on field rules. Jesse Jackson leads a protest outside Camden Yards before Clinton throws the first ball.
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Bonds A Giant With A Shadow Over Spring Training
In Scottsdale Barry Bonds leads the Giants as they start spring training. San Francisco paid a record 43.75 million for him while he battles perceptions of mood and privacy. Bobby Bonds defends his son while Willie Mays notes Bonds’ rare talent and growing fame.
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Cost For Attending Game Up From 1992
Costs for a four person baseball outing rise to $90.87 this season up 4.8 percent from 1992 with tickets averaging $9.57 per seat. Football and basketball outings for a family of four average higher while teams mix price changes across the league. Pirates cut tickets while Braves lead increases and Mile High Stadium offers the cheapest seat at $1.00.
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