Being a die-hard Braves fan, it is exciting for me to look forward to the up-coming season. The pitching staff is as solid as ever – Huddy is back and Lowe looks to have found his old form. The infield is stout all the way around, Brian McCann is behind the plate, and the outfield will finally have some pop in their bats and speed on the bases.
One reason the outfield looks to be so improved is the possible addition of MLB’s #1 prospect, Jason Heyward. He is twenty years old and has the demeanor and maturity of a seasoned veteran. Balls explode off of his bat such that the sound made when he connects has been compared to that of The Hammer (Hank Aaron, for those who somehow don’t know). He can steal bases and has a cannon for an arm. With any luck, the home-grown Brave will stay in an Atlanta uniform for years and years.
