Hanson To Make Debut
Written by Colin on June 7, 2009 – 9:23 amWhen the Braves take the field today at 1:30, Tommy Hanson will take the mound for his first major league start. That’s right, we’ve heard legendary tales of the 6′6″ pitcher’s fastball and curveball, but today we get to see it in person (or on TV).
Hanson is 3-3 at AAA Gwinnett, with a 1.49 ERA, 90 strikeouts, all while holding opponents to an incredible .169 average. His last four starts have just been dazzling – he’s gone 2-0 with a 0.78 ERA, with 33 strikeouts in just over 25 innings.
Opposite Hanson is the Brewers’ Manny Parra, 3-7 with a 6.75 ERA. Hopefully we can provide some offense. Any offense. At all. Let’s give Hanson the run support he deserves.
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Posted in Game Threads | 4 Comments »
By josh on Jun 7, 2009 | Reply
I cant wait. Welcome to the show young grasshopper. Pitch well, and maybe if you are lucky, you will be given a special thing from your teammates…Run support!!!
By David Pierce on Jun 8, 2009 | Reply
rough outing but a lot to like coming out of the start. Gotta start using that offspeed stuff second time though the lineup big red. Otherwise it looks like we have ourselves a winner.
By dave on Jun 8, 2009 | Reply
He gave us a good look at the future and the future is now. Sounds crazy but Hanson pitched great for a guy that gave up 7 runs I liked what I saw. How bout that Chipper!!!
By Mark on Jun 9, 2009 | Reply
im sorry but moylan has got to go…i cant take it anymore.