Even their Braves teammates are eager to see B.J. Upton and Justin Upton interact as brothers and teammates. But the Braves are also eager to see the Uptons help form the foundation of their younger, more athletic and (they hope) even better team. ...more

The Braves committed themselves to the Uptons this winter, first signing B.J. as a free agent and now trading for his younger brother, Justin. The Uptons have huge talent, but some complain that they haven't lived up to it. Now the Braves have huge talent. Will they live up to it? ...more

With Chipper Jones retiring and Michael Bourn likely to sign elsewhere, the Braves could use an offensive boost this winter. What about Josh Hamilton? The Braves are intrigued, sources say, but with a lineup that already leans left-handed, they're likely to pass. ...more