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Tommy Hanson, SP, Atlanta BravesHot off the Wire Fantasy Sports NewsBraves | Hanson as closer? Atlanta Journal-Constitution reporter Mark Bradley, blogging in the "Braves Beat", suggests Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson should be tried as a closer. The Braves have $68 million committed to six starting pitchers and Bradley thinks Hanson would make a better reliever than throwing $5 million at RP Rafael Soriano or RP Mike Gonzalez. Braves | Unlikely to trade Hanson, Jurrjens David O'Brien, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports the Atlanta Braves are unlikely to trade either SPs Tommy Hanson or Jair Jurrjens in order to acquire a power bat in the offseason. Braves | Hanson fans nine in no-decision The Associated Press reports Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson gave up just one run and five hits while walking two and striking out nine in seven innings against the Washington Nationals Thursday, Oct. 1. Braves | Hanson picks up win Saturday The Associated Press reports Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson allowed four runs on four hits in seven innings Saturday, Sept. 26, to pick up his 11th win of the season. He struck out seven batters and walked one in the game. Braves | Hanson won't be skipped The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's David O'Brien reports Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson will make his start Saturday, Sept. 26. Braves | Hanson knocked around The Associated Press reports Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson allowed four runs on seven hits in five innings in his loss to the Philadelphia Phillies Sunday, Sept. 20. Braves | Hanson wins 10th game Tuesday The Associated Press reports Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson (10-3) won his 10th game of the year Tuesday, Sept. 15, against the New York Mets. He pitched seven innings and has given up just one run in his last 20 innings. Hanson gave up three hits and no runs while walking three and striking out eight. Braves | Hanson strikes out seven in no-decision The Associated Press reports Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson allowed five singles and didn't walk a batter, striking out seven in his longest major league outing Wednesday, Sept. 9. He picked up a no-decision as the Braves lost 2-1 to the Houston Astros. Braves | Hanson suffers loss Friday Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson allowed one run on two hits over two innings Friday, Aug. 28, against the Philadelphia Phillies, according to The Associated Press. He walked none and struck out four, falling to 9-3 on the season. Hanson's outing was cut short by a lengthy rain delay. Braves | Hanson earns win Saturday Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson allowed three runs on four hits over seven innings Saturday, Aug. 22, against the Cincinnati Reds, according to The Associated Press. He walked three and struck out seven, improving to 9-2 on the season. Braves | Hanson not keeping tabs on his innings pitched The Associated Press reports Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson has thrown 146 innings this season, topping his previous high of 138 innings last season. Hanson said he hasn't tracked how many innings he's thrown so far. "I couldn't even tell you where I'm at. I'm not even sure.," said Hanson. Braves | Hanson has strong start against Arizona Monday The Associated Press reports Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson allowed two earned runs over six innings against the Arizona Diamondbacks Monday, Aug. 17, as he improved to 8-2 on the season. Hanson struck out seven while allowing six hits in the game. Braves | Hanson stellar again The Associated Press reports Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson struck out nine batters in 6 2/3 innings while allowing a run on seven hits and no walks in his victory over the Washington Nationals Tuesday, Aug. 11. He's now 7-2 with a 3.05 ERA. Braves | Hanson loses second straight The Associated Press reports Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson allowed eight hits and four runs in six innings Friday, July 31, for his second straight loss. Braves | Hanson suffers loss Saturday Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson (illness) allowed two runs on nine hits over seven innings Saturday, July 25, against the Milwaukee Brewers, according to The Associated Press. He walked two and struck out one, falling to 5-1 on the season. Braves | Hanson was sick during his last start Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson (illness) revealed that he was battling a sore throat Monday, July 20, when he struck out 11 batters in a game against the San Francisco Giants, according to Carroll Rogers of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. During the course of his illness, he lost 12 pounds (going from 221 to 209), but has started feeling better after taking antibiotics the last several days. Braves | Hanson strikes out 11 Monday The Associated Press reports Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson (5-0) struck out 11 in a win over the San Francisco Giants Monday, July 20. He gave up three runs and five hits in seven innings in the game. Braves | Hanson recalled The Sports Network reports the Atlanta Braves recalled SP Tommy Hanson Monday, July 20. Braves | Hanson move meant to add relief Clarifying previous posts, The Associated Press reports Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson was sent to Class A Myrtle Beach in order to add temporary bullpen relief help for the team's weekend series with the Colorado Rockies. RP Luis Valdez joined the team as Hanson was sent down; the team can recall him in time for the second half. Braves | Hanson sent down to Single-A Updating a previous report, CBSSports.com reports the Atlanta Braves have sent SP Tommy Hanson to Single-A Myrtle Beach. He will be recalled before his next scheduled start after the All-Star break. Braves | Cox announces post-break rotation Mark Bowman, of MLB.com, reports Atlanta Braves manager Bobby Cox said SP Derek Lowe will start the first game after the All-Star break Thursday, July 16. He will be followed in the rotation by SP Jair Jurrjens, SP Kenshin Kawakami, SP Javier Vazquez and SP Tommy Hanson. Braves | Hanson optioned CBSSports.com reports the Atlanta Braves optioned SP Tommy Hanson to the minors Friday, July 10. Braves | Hanson gives up four earned runs in Coors Field The Associated Press reports Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson allowed four earned runs over five innings Thursday, July 9, against the Colorado Rockies. Hanson struck out two and walked two while giving up six hits in the game. He did not factor into the decision. Braves | Hanson solid in start Saturday The Associated Press reports Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson allowed one run on three hits in seven innings Saturday, July 4. He struck out five batters and walked one in the game. He has his 26-inning scoreless streak snapped during the game. Braves | Hanson's scoreless innings streak ends Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson's consecutive scoreless innings streak ended at 26 Saturday, July 4, against the Washington Nationals, after he gave up Adam Dunn's 300th career home run, according to The Associated Press. Braves | Hanson named NL Rookie of the Month The Sports Network reports Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson was named the National League Rookie of the month for the month of June. He went 4-0 with a 2.48 ERA in five starts during the month. Braves | Hanson improves to 4-0 Sunday The Associated Press reports Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson limited the Boston Red Sox to two hits and two walks over six innings Sunday, June 28, to improve to 4-0 on the year. Hanson struck out two as he became the first National League rookie to beat the New York Yankees and Red Sox in consecutive starts. Hanson also extended his scoreless streak to 20 innings. Braves | T. Hanson well enough to start Sunday Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson (flu) was sent home by the team Saturday, June 27, after a bout with the flu, according to The Associated Press. However, he was well enough to make his start Sunday, June 28, against the Boston Red Sox. If Hanson had been unavailable, P Kris Medlen would have started the game. Braves | Hanson limits damage in third straight win The Sports Network reports Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson limited the New York Yankees to four hits in 5 1/3 innings and worked through five walks while fanning four in a 4-0 win Tuesday, June 23. Hanson has surrendered just two runs in 17 innings since allowing six earned runs in his major league debut on June 7. Braves | Hanson finds his command The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Carroll Rogers reports Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson has improved in each of his two starts since allowing six earned runs in six innings in his major league debut. "I was trying to place it in there and throw strikes instead of pounding the zone like I normally do," Hanson said. "Once I slowed down a little bit, cleared my mind and went back after it, I was able to command my fastball better." Braves | Hanson impressive Thursday The Associated Press reports Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson (2-0) allowed three hits in six innings for a win against the Cincinnati Reds Thursday, June 18. Hanson also recorded his first major league hit and RBI in the contest. Braves | Hanson earns win Friday Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson allowed two runs on nine hits over 5 2/3 innings Friday, June 12, against the Baltimore Orioles, according to The Associated Press. He walked five and struck out five, improving to 1-0 on the season. Braves | Hanson to throw Friday Braves.MLB.com reports Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson (0-0, 9.00 ERA) will make his second start of the season Friday, June 12, against the Baltimore Orioles. Hanson needed 31 pitches to complete his first three innings and 60 to complete his final three in his first start of his major league career. Braves | Hanson struggles late in debut The Associated Press reports Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson allowed six earned runs on six hits and a walk while fanning five in six innings Sunday, June 7. He impressed early on but allowed four runs in the sixth inning. C David Ross said Hanson showed phenomenal poise. Braves | Pitching rotation bumped The Associated Press reports because of the Thursday, June 4, rainout between the Chicago Cubs and the Atlanta Braves, the Braves have bumped back their pitching rotation. SP Jair Jurrjens, SP Javier Vazquez and SP Tommy Hanson will start in order for the three games Friday, June 5, through Sunday, June 7, against the Milwaukee Brewers. Braves | Hanson called up ESPN reports the Atlanta Braves recalled SP Tommy Hanson from the minors Wednesday, June 3. He will start the team's game Saturday, June 6. Braves | Hanson expected to come up soon Braves.MLB.com's Mark Bowman reports Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson is expected to be promoted to the majors within the next couple of weeks. Braves | Interested in DeRosa Jayson Stark, of ESPN.com, reports the Atlanta Braves are interested in re-acquiring Cleveland Indians 3B Mark DeRosa. However, they are likely to want a significant return for SPs Jo-Jo Reyes, Charlie Morton, Kris Medlen or Tommy Hanson. Braves | Hanson continues to dominate The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's David O'Brien reports Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson is 3-3 with a 1.48 ERA, a .164 opponents' batting average, 17 walks and 82 strikeouts in 60 2/3 innings at Triple-A Gwinnett. He has gone 2-0 while allowing one run, eight hits, four walks and striking out 23 in 20 innings since SP Kris Medlen was called up. Braves | Hanson not needed yet Buster Olney, of ESPN.com, reports Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson continues to pitch well in the minors, but the team does not currently have an opening in the starting rotation. "He's doing what we would have hoped he would do," general manager Frank Wren said. "He's continuing to pitch and pitch well. With him never having pitched in Triple-A, we wanted him to pitch there and get that experience. He commands all of his pitches, and they're all above average." Braves | Hanson still looking for first win Carroll Rogers, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson is 0-3 with a 2.04 ERA in four games (three starts) with Triple-A Gwinnett this year. Braves | Carlyle, Campillo could enter rotation David O'Brien, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports Atlanta Braves RPs Buddy Carlyle or Jorge Campillo could receive a start Saturday, April 18, if SP Tom Glavine (shoulder) is unable to make his start. Other candidates to make the start would be Ps Jo-Jo Reyes, Charlie Morton or Tommy Hanson. Braves | Hanson sharp in first minors' game Kevin Cary, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson struck out 10 in 4 2/3 innings for the team's Class AAA organization Thursday, April 9. Braves | Hanson, Reyes may be first called back According to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Atlanta Braves SP Jo-Jo Reyes and SP Tommy Hanson may be among the first pitchers called back from the minor leagues if injuries develop. "If somebody goes down, we've got two guys ready to go," Braves manager Bobby Cox said. Braves | Five cut Thursday Mark Bowman, of MLB.com, reports the Atlanta Braves reassigned SP Tommy Hanson, OF Jason Heyward, 1B Freddie Freeman, SP Jo-Jo Reyes and C Clint Sammons to the minor leagues Thursday, March 26. Braves | Hanson may be odd man out According to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson may be ticketed for Triple-A Gwinnett despite a 1-0 record and 2.45 ERA. It is not official yet, but the starting five pitchers for the Braves will likely be SP Derek Lowe, SP Javier Vazquez, SP Jair Jurrjens, SP Kenshin Kawakami and SP Tom Glavine. Braves | Hanson looks sharp in latest outing Sports Network reports Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson lasted four innings and gave up two unearned runs on three hits Wednesday, March 18, in a 7-4 win over the New York Mets. Braves | Hanson pitching Friday Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson is set to start Friday, March 13, against the Florida Marlins, according to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Braves | Hanson impresses again Sports Network reports Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson struck out seven Philadelphia Phillies in just four innings as the Braves won, 7-2, on Sunday, March 8. Hanson allowed a run on four hits and a walk in his start. Braves | Hanson impresses in second spring outing The Associated Press reports Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson was impressive in his second spring outing, allowing an unearned run and two hits in three innings of the Braves' 11-2 victory Tuesday, March 3, over Panama. | Feature LinksFantasy Football Weekly Playbook FREE Fantasy Baseball
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