BASEBALL IS COMING TO GWINNETT COUNTY, GA

It is so exciting to have our very own team in Gwinnett County, The Gwinnett Braves are but the lattest addition to Gwinnett County sports scene.

Here I am including as much information about the team, the stadium and the roster of players, so that you can start getting familiar with their names.

Managers & Coaches (click column headers to sort)
#	Name	Pos	Bat	Thw	Ht	Wt	DOB	Status
45	Dave Brundage	Manager	R	R	5' 10"	190	10-06-1964	Active
	Jamie Dismuke	Batting Coach	L	R	6' 1"	215	10-17-1969	Active
	Derek Botelho	Pitching Coach	R	R	6' 2"	180	08-02-1956	Active

Pitchers (click column headers to sort)
#	Name	Pos	Bat	Thw	Ht	Wt	DOB	Status	MLB 40-man
46	Manny Acosta	P	S	R	6' 4"	170	05-01-1981	Active	Yes
33	Francisley Bueno	P	L	L	5' 11"	200	03-05-1981	Active	No
49	Mariano Gomez	P	L	L	6' 6"	195	09-12-1982	Active	No
32	Tommy Hanson	P	R	R	6' 6"	210	08-28-1986	Active	No
48	Boone Logan	P	R	L	6' 5"	210	08-13-1984	Active	Yes
20	Kris Medlen	P	S	R	5' 10"	175	10-07-1985	Active	No
36	Vladimir Nunez	P	R	R	6' 4"	240	03-15-1975	Active	No
24	James Parr	P	R	R	6' 1"	185	02-27-1986	Active	Yes
	Juan Perez	P	R	L	6' 0"	180	09-03-1978	7-day DL	No
30	Todd Redmond	P	R	R	6' 3"	215	05-17-1985	Active	Yes
37	Jo-Jo Reyes	P	L	L	6' 2"	230	11-20-1984	Active	Yes
29	Luis Valdez	P	R	R	6' 2"	195	05-05-1984	Active	Yes

Catchers (click column headers to sort)
#	Name	Pos	Bat	Thw	Ht	Wt	DOB	Status	MLB 40-man
2	J.C. Boscan	C	R	R	6' 2"	215	12-26-1979	Active	No
25	Alvin Colina	C	R	R	6' 3"	210	12-26-1981	Active	No

Infielders (click column headers to sort)
#	Name	Pos	Bat	Thw	Ht	Wt	DOB	Status	MLB 40-man
	Derrick Arnold	2B	R	R	5' 9"	165	08-03-1983	Restricted	No
51	Barbaro Canizares	DH	R	R	6' 3"	210	11-21-1979	Active	No
15	Brooks Conrad	3B	S	R	5' 11"	190	01-16-1980	Active	No
11	Diory Hernandez	2B	R	R	6' 0"	185	04-08-1984	Active	Yes
4	J.C. Holt	2B	L	R	5' 9"	175	12-08-1982	Active	No
8	Van Pope	3B	R	R	6' 0"	200	02-26-1984	Active	No
19	Wes Timmons	3B	R	R	6' 0"	190	07-12-1979	Active	No

Outfielders (click column headers to sort)
#	Name	Pos	Bat	Thw	Ht	Wt	DOB	Status	MLB 40-man
1	Gregor Blanco	CF	L	L	5' 11"	170	12-12-1983	Active	Yes
17	Joe Borchard	RF	S	R	6' 4"	230	11-25-1978	Active	No
7	Reid Gorecki	RF	R	R	6' 1"	180	12-22-1980	Active	No
28	Brandon Jones	LF	L	R	6' 1"	210	12-10-1983	Active	Yes

Gwinnett Braves Stadium

Address:
One Braves Avenue
Lawrenceville, GA, 30043

From I-85 South

Take Exit 115 - State Hwy 20 towards Buford/Lawrenceville

Follow signs for GA 20E/Lawrenceville merge onto Buford Dr/GA-20

Follow GA 20E (Buford Dr). Stadium will be on Right.

From I-85 North

Take exit 115 towards Lawrenceville GA 20 E (Buford Dr) Follow GA 20E (Buford Dr). Stadium will be on Right.

From I-985 S

Take exit 4 State Hwy 20/US-23 South toward Buford. Stadium will be on Right.

Click here for map

Gwinnett Braves A to Z Guide

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Address - Mailing: P.O. Box 490310, Lawrenceville, GA, 30049
Shipping: 1 Braves Avenue, Lawrenceville, GA, 30043

Advance Tickets - You may purchase tickets for any remaining home game, pending availability, at the Advance Ticket Booth located behind section 100, by calling the Gwinnett Braves Ticket Office at (678) 277-0300, or by clicking here to purchase tickets on-line.

Alcohol - No Alcoholic Beverages may be brought into or taken out of Gwinnett Stadium. Georgia law requires our concessionaire and vendors to request identification for anyone purchasing alcoholic beverages to ensure they are a minimum of 21 years of age. Aramark and the Gwinnett Braves reserve the right to refuse service to anyone determined to be intoxicated and anyone becoming unruly due to consumption is subject to removal and arrest. Sale of alcoholic beverages will conclude at the end of the 7th inning.

All-Star Parties - Gwinnett Stadium is the perfect place to have a youth league team party. Click here for more details.

Animals - Only certified guide dogs and Chopper are allowed in Gwinnett Stadium.

ATM - A Delta Community Credit Union ATM is accessible to all Gwinnett Braves fans at three locations: on the plaza near the Ticket Office, on the first base side of the stadium near the Team Store, and on the third base side of the stadium near the concession stands.

Autographs - Fans are permitted to seek autographs from the players of both teams before or after each game. Please remember the players must be prepared for each game and the seating areas will be cleared of autograph seekers 15 minutes prior to each game. League rules do not allow players to sign autographs during any game.

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Bags - All bags are subject to inspection.

Banned Items - For the safety of all fans the following items are not permitted in the stadium: laser pointers, glass bottles or cans, weapons of any kind, lawn chairs, pets, banners and/or flags of any kind with a stick, alcohol or drugs, outside food and beverages, Frisbees, beach balls, and any other objects that can be thrown in the stadium.

Berm - Outfield grass seating is available with Berm tickets ranging from $5 for youth and seniors to $6 for adults. Fundraising opportunities are available for organizations to sell Berm tickets. Contact the Group Sales Department at (678)277-0300 to select a game for which you would like to sell Berm Seating tickets.

Birthday Parties and Announcements - The Gwinnett Braves offer Birthday Party packages to fans of all ages. Click here for detailed information. Please submit requests for video board birthday announcements online no later than the Friday prior to each Homestand. For more information, click here.

Braves Bucks - You may purchase Braves Bucks in advance of your trip to Gwinnett Stadium. These certificates are redeemable at concession stands, souvenir stands, and for parking. Braves Bucks are a great way for employers to reward employees on their night at the ballpark.

Bull Pen Terrace - This exclusive picnic area located on the third base side is available for rental each game and features an incredible view of the field. Call (678)277-0300 to reserve a date.

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Cameras and Video - Fans are welcome to bring cameras and hand held video cameras into Gwinnett Stadium as long as the equipment does not interfere with the enjoyment of the game by others. Please contact our Media Relations Department at (678)277-0300 for use of equipment requiring a tripod.

Cellular Phones - Use of cellular phones is permitted providing it does not interfere with the enjoyment of the game by others.

Children's Tickets - Children age two and younger do not require a ticket to attend a game.

Chopper - This 6'2" groundhog is proud to be the mascot of the new Gwinnett Braves. Chopper loves doing the Tomahawk Chop and cheering with fans. When not at the games, Chopper can be found throughout Gwinnett County participating in community events. Contact the Community Affairs Department at (678)277-0300 if your organization is interested in booking an appearance by Chopper. Click here to see what Chopper has been up to lately.

Chopper's Clubhouse - This kid's club offers fans 12 and under the opportunity to get more involved with the Gwinnett Braves through participation in the Adventure Club. The club features outdoor field trips, safety lessons, and a "Get Active" message. Membership for Chopper's Clubhouse is $25. Click herefor more details.

Community Outreach - Please contact our Community Affairs Department at (678)277-0300 to obtain information on speakers for your organization or club and appearances by Chopper or players for your event.

Concessions - A variety of food and drink is available at stands throughout the stadium under the supervision of Aramark, including the Centerfield Stand located in the outfield near the Berm. No outside food or beverages are allowed in Gwinnett Stadium.

Credit Cards - The Gwinnett Braves accept Visa, Master Card, American Express, and Discover Card as payment for tickets in the business office, at the gates, and on-line. All concession stands, excluding portable stands, accept credit cards. For your convenience, two Delta Community Credit Union ATMs are available on the main concourse. Credit cards are accepted at merchandise stands.

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Donation Requests - The Gwinnett Braves are proud to call Gwinnett County home and we want to give back in any way we can to the community. For more information about submitting a donation request, click here.

Dugouts - The Gwinnett Braves use the third base dugout during their home games at Gwinnett Stadium. Visiting teams will use the first base dugout.

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Employment - If you are interested in employment opportunities with the Gwinnett Braves, either full or part-time please click here.

Elevator -There are two elevators in the stadium for public use. They are for Stadium Club Members, guests with suite tickets, and guests with Braves Dugout seats. The elevators can also be used to visit the Gwinnett Braves administrative offices.

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Fan Mail - You can send mail to your favorite Gwinnett Braves player or staff member at P.O. Box 490310 Lawrenceville, GA, 30049.

Fan Services - The Fan Services booth is located on the main concourse. You may claim prizes, turn in or return lost items, purchase a program, or ask any questions about our facilities and services at the Fan Services booth.

Fifty/Fifty Raffle - On specific home dates, the Gwinnett Braves offer non-profit organizations in the metro-Atlanta area the opportunity to raise money for their charity. Groups sell raffle tickets from the time gates open until the end of the second inning. Proceeds are split between the winner of the raffle, the non-profit organization, and the Braves Foundation. For more information, contact the Community Affairs Department at (678)277-0300.

First Aid - The Gwinnett Braves offer First Aid located at the Fan Services booth on the main concourse. All accidents and injuries should be referred to the First Aid Room.

Foul Balls -Catch a foul ball and participate in the Chick-fil-A Fowl Ball promotion. By bringing your foul ball to Guest Relations you will receive a Chick-fil-A coupon. Caution: Please be aware of balls and bats entering the stands from the playing surface. You may keep foul balls you catch, but remember the balls have been hit hard and are very dangerous. The Gwinnett Braves are not responsible for damage or injury caused by events on the field. No one may enter the playing field to retrieve a ball or bat for any reason. Anyone doing so is subject to arrest and ejection from the ballpark.

Fundraising - The Gwinnett Braves partner with local non-profit organizations for a number of fundraising opportunities. Options include the 50/50 Raffle, volunteering at concessions, and Berm Seating ticket sales. Click herefor more information.

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Game Times - All game times are subject to change. Evening games begin at 7:00pm, Sunday games and weekday matinees usually begin at 2pm. Please check start times on our website or by calling the Gwinnett Braves office at (678) 277-0300.

Gates - Entry gates usually open one hour and fifteen minutes prior to the announced start time of each game.

Group Rates - Large groups are special to the Gwinnett Braves. Group benefits include arrangements for the entire group to sit together, a specialized welcome for your group on the videoboard, and the opportunity to purchase Braves Bucks and customized group t-shirts. Discounted tickets are available and special recognition may be obtained in advance only by contacting our Group Sales Department at (678)277-0300. Any group of 25 or more qualifies for group benefits. Click here for more details.

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Home Plate Club - This exclusive area features a private bar and view of the Braves indoor batting cages. It is open during games only to season ticket holders with a ticket in sections 1-7.

Hotels - Courtyard by Marriott Buford/Mall of Georgia, 1405 Mall of Georgia Boulevard, Buford, GA 30519 (678)215-8007

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Individual Game Tickets - Tickets for games not included as Season Tickets or Mini-Plans go on sale in early April of each year and remain on sale through season's end. Prices range from $5 to $35. Click here for more details.

International League - The International League is one of the oldest leagues in the Minor Leagues. The 14 team circuit has headquarters in Dublin, Ohio and is headed by President Randy Mobley. The league has three Divisions and the winners of each division plus the top winning percentage among other clubs enter playoffs to compete for the Governors Cup Trophy and the privilege of facing the champion of the Pacific Coast League in the Triple-A Championship Game. The North Division features the following teams: Buffalo Bisons, Lehigh Valley IronPigs, Pawtucket Red Sox, Rochester Red Wings, Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees, and Syracuse Chiefs. Teams in the West Division include the Columbus Clippers, Indianapolis Indians, Louisville Bats, and Toledo Mud Hens. The Gwinnett Braves are in the South Division along with the Norfolk Tides, Durham Bulls and Charlotte Knights.

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Jerseys - Purchase Gwinnett Braves team jerseys at the Braves Team Store located on the main concourse of the stadium.

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Kid's Zone - If your kids have too much energy to sit still during the game, visit the Kid's Fun Zone located along the concourse above the outfield Berm seating. Kids can purchase tickets for the attractions provided by Spectacular Events.

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Lost and Found - The Fan Services Booth located on the main concourse serves as our Lost and Found location. Please turn in any found items or inquire about things left behind anytime during the game.

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Major League Affiliation - The Gwinnett Braves are the Triple-A affiliate of the Atlanta Braves and are owned by that franchise. The Braves Minor League system is as follows: Class Triple-A: Gwinnett Braves - International League; Class Double-A: Mississippi Braves - Southern League; Class A: Myrtle Beach Pelicans - Carolina League; Class A: Rome Braves - South Atlantic League; Short Season A: Danville Braves - Appalachian League; Short Season A: Gulf Coast Braves - Gulf Coast League.

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National Anthem - During the offseason, the Braves hold National Anthem Auditions for those wishing to make an impression with their musical talents. The Braves also welcome talented singers and musicians wishing to perform the National Anthem prior to the start of each game to send in a CD for consideration. Please send CDs to the Promotions Department at P.O. Box 490310 Lawrenceville, GA, 30049.

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Office Hours - The Gwinnett Braves business offices are open from 8:30 am until 5:00 pm Monday through Friday. On weekend game days the offices open at 10:00 am and remain open throughout the game.

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Parking - Event parking is available on a first come- first served basis in lots around Gwinnett Stadium for $3 per car and $10 per bus. Click here for more information.

Picnic Pavilion - Plan a picnic outing for your church, business or civic club with a delicious menu of picnic items at one of Gwinnett Stadium's many hospitality areas. Click here for full details.

Pocket Schedules - Gwinnett Braves pocket schedules are available from January to the end of each season from locations throughout the stadium and area businesses.

Programs - Official Gwinnett Braves yearbooks are available for only $5 at all games and in the Braves Team store. Read up on all your favorite Gwinnett Braves players and find out what is happening around Gwinnett Stadium!

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Questions? - Gwinnett Braves staff members are happy to answer any questions you may have. Call (678)277-0300 and our receptionist can point you in the right direction or visit Fan Services located on the main concourse during a game.

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Radio Broadcasts - All 2009 Gwinnett Braves games are broadcast on WDUN Newstalk 550 AM by Tony Schiavone and Judd Hickinbotham. If you are out of the 550 AM listening area you can still hear the broadcast by clicking here.

Rain Checks/Rain Outs - In the event a game is postponed or cancelled prior to the completion of 5 innings, except when the home team is in the lead at the end of 4 ½ innings, your ticket will be good for any 2009 regular season game and may be exchanged at the Gwinnett Braves box office for a ticket of equal or lesser value subject to availability. No refunds, no exchanges, nor expired tickets, except as above. No exchanges will be made for complementary tickets. There are no rain check privileges associated with the second game of a doubleheader.

Re-entry - Re-entry into the stadium requires a ticket stub and hand stamp.

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Smoking Policy - Smoking is not permitted anywhere in Gwinnett Stadium.

Super Suite - Looking for a place to hold a party for 75 or more folks? The Super Suite located down the right field line at Gwinnett Stadium offers fully catered service and accommodations for a very reasonable rate. Rates include game tickets and the use of the air-conditioned suite with complete bar services throughout your evening at the park. Click herefor more details.

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Team of the Night - Each night one local youth team joins the Gwinnett Braves on the field for the National Anthem and then a VIP Party with an incredible view of the field from our third base party deck! A minimum purchase of 35 tickets is required to take part in this special program. Dates fill up quickly so book your date today. Click herefor more details.

Tickets - Gwinnett Braves tickets are available at the Gwinnett Braves offices, at our gates on game days, at the Advance Ticket Booth on the main concourse, or on-line from Ticketmaster. The Gwinnett Braves offer full season, half season, weekend, and 10-game flex plan packages as well as single game tickets.

Tours - The Gwinnett Braves will offer free group tours of their new state-of-the-art ballpark. Tours are available for scheduling on non-game days Tuesday-Thursday from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Tours last approximately 30 minutes and the last stop on the tour is the Gwinnett Braves dugout. For more details and to fill out the request form click here.

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Umbrellas - Use of umbrellas is permitted at Gwinnett Stadium as long as they do not interfere with the enjoyment of the game by others.

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Victory - You will be a winner both on and off the field by partnering with the Gwinnett Braves. To learn how to become a Gwinnett Braves Partner contact Corporate Sales Manager Samantha Dunn at (678)277-0322 or samantha.dunn@braves.com.

Volunteer - Aramark, the exclusive concessionaire of Gwinnett Stadium, allows non-profit groups to volunteer at home games to raise money for their organization's charity or cause. Non-profit organizations volunteer at designated concession locations in the ballpark to earn a portion of the stand or portable total sales for that area. For more information, contact Aramark at (678) 277-0342 or lewis-ceswanne@aramark.com.

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Website - The official Gwinnett Braves website can be found on the internet at www.gwinnettbraves.com.

Wheelchair Seating - Fans in wheelchairs will find seating in the wheelchair accessible areas located behind most sections. Patrons in need of wheelchair seating should be sure to mention this at the time of purchase so a ticket agent can assist with securing seats in one of these locations.

Will-Call - Tickets purchased in advance by phone may be picked up game nights at the Will-Call window located at the main entrance of the stadium behind home plate. Will-Call opens one hour prior to game time. Picture ID and the credit card used for purchase are required to verify proper ownership of tickets.