When going to a baseball game, the most important thing is to have fun and cheer on your team, but sometimes we forget to plan small things in advance. Parking can be a real pain if you don’t plan ahead, especially if you aren’t familiar with the area. We at Front Row Seats want to make your…
Ultimate Fan Guide: Braves Spring Training
It’s January, which means cold and gloomy weather. But there are brighter days ahead, and our team at Front Row Seats is counting down the days until Braves pitchers and catchers report to spring training in sunny Florida. On February 20th, spring training begins! The Atlanta Braves have one of the best spring training venues: Champion Stadium…
Atlanta Athlete Profile: Nick Markakis
The Atlanta Braves front office hit the ground running this off-season. A couple of weeks after the season ended, the club traded away fan favorite Jason Heyward. Then, one of the team’s most productive hitters, Justin Upton. In both deals, president of baseball operations John Hart acquired high-ceiling pitching prospects. He also grabbed SP Shelby Miller from the Cardinals. Miller…
Planning Your Trip to Braves Spring Training
Some may think it is a bit early, but now is the perfect time to start planning your trip down to Orlando, FL to check out Braves spring training. This year, spring training starts for the Atlanta Braves on March 4th, 2015 and runs through April 4th, 2015. Opening day at Turner Field is shortly after, on April…
Throwback Thursday: John Smoltz 3,000 Strikeouts
For this week’s Throwback Thursday, we are focusing on one of Atlanta’s sports heroes: John Smoltz. As Smoltz was just voted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame this Tuesday, it was only fitting that we take a look back at his legendary career. Smoltz Starts as a Brave John Smoltz began his major league baseball career…
Where to Eat at Braves Spring Training
In a previous article, we discussed how the Atlanta Braves are fortunate to play in one of the best venues in spring training. Champion Stadium is located inside ESPN’s Wide World of Sports Complex and a few minutes away from Disney World. In addition to catching a ballgame, these attractions make a compelling case and help lure…
Braves Spring Training Best Games
The Atlanta Braves have one of the best homes for Spring Training. There are so many awesome attractions in Orlando, that I consider Braves Spring Training to be the ultimate family experience in MLB. First off, Champion Stadium is a beautiful venue. Secondly, Braves Spring Training tickets are reasonably priced. Then, there are the perks of being in Orlando. You…
Champion Stadium Seating Chart Guide
ESPN’s Wide World of Sports facility is one of the most popular destinations in Orlando, Florida. Each year the complex hosts an array of events. Ranging from the Little League World Series, soccer tournaments, and a Star Wars Half Marathon. Champion Stadium is the baseball stadium located at the ESPN Wide World of Sports complex. The venue is the…
John Hart Appointed Braves President of Ops
Following a disappointing 2014 season, Atlanta Braves President John Schuerholz fired General Manager Frank Wren. It was believed that internal front-runners for the job included interim GM John Hart and Assistant General Manager John Coppolella. Some spectators suggested that the Braves may try to lure Kansas City Royals GM Dayton Moore back to Atlanta. Fans were left in the…
A True Underdog Story in MLB Playoffs
Two weeks ago, the Kansas City Royals mounted one of the greatest comebacks in postseason history. Now, they’re appearing in their first World Series since 1985. The club’s success in the MLB playoffs is one of the greatest underdog stories in recent sports history. The team had their backs against the wall in the Wild Card elimination game, as…