Owings a big hit for Diamondbacks Arizona manager Bob Melvin seeks out pitcher and former Gainesville High standout Micah Owings on the days he isn't starting. Owings isn't a typical pitcher. On April 29, Melvin called on Owings to pinch hit for fellow pitcher Brandon Medders and the righty-swinging Owings lined his first pitch into the right field seats to tie the game. more
Smoltz hopes to resume throwing Sunday John Smoltz hopes to persuade the Atlanta Braves' medical staff to allow him to resume throwing as early as Sunday. Smoltz has been sidelined for two weeks because of biceps and rotator cuff problems in his right arm. A starter when the season began, Smoltz will go into the bullpen once he returns. more
Ryan wears No. 2 as Falcons open minicamp There were signs Saturday that Atlanta Falcons No. 7 jerseys may become yesterday's fashion. Some fans attending the Falcons opening day of minicamp wore No. 2 jerseys in early tribute to the team's new hope at quarterback, rookie Matt Ryan. more