The Atlanta Braves acquire Luiz Gohara and Thomas Burrows from the Mariners in exchange for Shae Simmons and Mallex Smith.

Braves Franchise History 1959 - The Milwaukee Braves sign 20-year old Rico Carty out of the Dominican Republic. MLB History 1967 - Red Sox pitcher Jim Lonborg suffers torn ligaments in his left knee ...

Former Milwaukee and Atlanta Braves player Rico ... He has the highest career WAR of any left fielder in Braves history. In 1970, an all-star season, he hit .366, which is the highest batting ...

Milwaukee Braves star pitcher Warren Spahn ... So, if Sale wins another, he would establish his own category in Braves history.