Atlanta Sports News: Morning Pro Roundup
Atlanta Sports News – Atlanta Falcons
Atlanta Sports News – ATL All Day Editorial Note: Josh Alper of NBC Sports’ Pro Football Talk shares a story about how Vic Beasley would love to come and play for the Atlanta Falcons. I like this kid, am going to have a closer look at him soon, and hope the same. Check the story out.
Vic Beasley: Playing for Falcons would be a dream come true
"Beasley turned in a strong combine performance to build on an outstanding collegiate career and is expected to go high in the first round of the draft on April 30. The Falcons have the eighth pick and Beasley, who grew up about 60 miles outside Atlanta, said on Thursday that it would be “a dream come true” to play for the team he grew up rooting for as a kid. The hometown ties are only part of the allure, however."
Atlanta Sports News – ATL All Day Editorial Note: Just a small blurb here from Jim Wyatt of The Tennessean, but worth a look. He shares news that former Atlanta Falcon (and in my opinion someone who should STILL be a Falcon) Harry Douglas plans to visit the Tennessee Titans today. Check out Jim’s story.
WR Harry Douglas visiting Titans today
"The 6-foot, 183-pound Douglas has played the past six seasons with the Falcons, and has 136 catches over the past two seasons. In his career, Douglas has 258 catches for 3,130 yards and eight touchdowns. He posted 85 catches for 1,067 yards and two touchdowns in 2013."
Atlanta Sports News – Atlanta Hawks
Atlanta Sports News – ATL All Day Editorial Note: The Hawks have been on a perpetual roll all season long, and as they plan to face Lebron and the Cavs, this could be a mini-preview of the playoffs. Check out the story by Paul Newberry of the Ledger-Enquirer.
East-leading Hawks face LeBron in possible playoff preview
"ATLANTA — The Atlanta Hawks are blowing away everyone in the Eastern Conference.Yet, there’s always a sense that LeBron James will be standing in the way when they get to the playoffs.That scenario adds an extra bit of intrigue to Friday night’s matchup in Atlanta between the Hawks and James’ Cleveland Cavaliers."
Atlanta Sports News – ATL All Day Editorial Note: Long past time for The Human Highlight Film to get some love in Atlanta! Eric Freeman of Yahoo Sports reports that the Atlanta Hawks have unveiled a statue of Dominique Wilkins. Check out his story.
Atlanta Hawks unveil Dominique Wilkins statue outside Philips Arena
"The Human Highlight Film has now entered a new artistic medium. The Atlanta Hawks unveiled a new statue of Hall of Famer Dominique Wilkins on Thursday, paying tribute to one of the best players of his generation and most entertaining players in the history of the sport. The statue will be placed outside of Philips Arena and continues the Hawks’ efforts to deepen their roots in Atlanta and with the community as a whole."
Teheran, Simon make spring debuts; Tigers beat Braves 6-4
"LAKELAND FLA. — Julio Teheran allowed one run in a two-inning spring debut, leading the Atlanta Braves to a 6-4 victory over the Detroit Tigers on Thursday.Teheran is expected to be the Braves’ opening-day starter. He allowed three hits and walked one. The ace of a Braves staff that has been rocked by injuries the past two years, Teheran went 14-13 with a 2.89 ERA."
Atlanta Sports News – ATL All Day Editorial Note: Fans are stressed about the 2015 season, but young as they are, the Atlanta Braves still have a solid foundation in Andrelton Simmons, Freddie Freeman, and Craig Kimbrel. Barry Svrluga shares his thoughts on such a strong foundation.
Freddie Freeman, Craig Kimbrell, Andrelton Simmons form foundation for 2015 Braves
"LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Last February, in a rapid-fire franchise-building two-week period, the Atlanta Braves signed first baseman Freddie Freeman, closer Craig Kimbrel and shortstop Andrelton Simmons to contract extensions. None were immediately approaching free agency. The total tab: $235 million. The message: This is the core of a team that’s coming off a division title, and it will be our core to come."
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