Jeff Francoeur's Off-Field Update
June 23, 2008
Jeff Francoeur is about to be on fire! Jeff will appear on ESPN’s Jim Rome is Burning either July 3 or July 4 as a Rome Show correspondent.
After Game Off, Francoeur's Return Boosts Braves to Win
May 22, 2008
Never has a division title been won before the completion of May. But all of that doubt the Braves created during the first six weeks of the season has seemingly been replaced over the course of the past two days.
The 2008 MLB All-Star ballots are out!
May 6, 2008
The 2008 MLB All-Star ballots are out! Fans can visit http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/events/all_star/y2008/ballot_reg.html to vote for Atlanta Braves right fielder Jeff Francoeur on the National League ballot.
Francoeur Riding 8-Game Hitting Streak Into Washington
April 28, 2008
Jeff Francoeur and the Atlanta Braves head to the nation's capital today for a three-game series with the Washington Nationals. Riding an eight-game hitting streak, Francoeur is hitting .333 during that span with four runs scored and five RBI. For the season, Francoeur is batting .294 with 14 runs scored, 19 RBI and 3 home runs.
Francoeur swinging a hot bat as Nationals come to town
April 21, 2008
Atlanta, Ga. - Jeff Francoeur and the Atlanta Braves look to continue their hot streak as the NL East-rival Washington Nationals visit Turner Field Monday night in Atlanta. Francoeur's .353 (6-for-17) batting average in the last four games has boosted the Braves during their current four-game winning streak. The Braves have only allowed three runs in those four games.
Francoeur Has Career Day in Braves Victory
April 14, 2008
He is widely recognized for his defensive abilities, often gunning down opposing runners at home from right field, but if was Jeff Francoeur’s bat that made noise on Saturday with an impressive performance at the plate.
Francoeur Looking Forward to Upcoming Road Trip
April 9, 2008
Jeff Francoeur and the Braves are currently in Denver facing the Colorado Rockies, the first stop on Atlanta's current 10-game road trip. Francoeur has sizzled during the opening week of the 2008 season, hitting .265 with four runs, four RBI and a home run.
Francoeur Homers on Second Consecutive Home Opener
April 1, 2008
Jeff Francoeur spent much of his off-season bulking up in an effort to put up more power numbers. After Atlanta's home opener, it looks like the work paid off.
Francoeur Eager to Begin 2008 Season
March 30, 2008
Coming off a 2007 season where he hit .293 with 105 RBI and won his first career Gold Glove, Jeff Francoeur is looking for more in 2008.
Playing in all 162 games for the second straight season, Francoeur improved in nearly every statistical category in 2007, including batting average, runs, hits, doubles, RBI walks, stolen bases and on-base percentage. Although his home run total dropped from 19 to 29, Francoeur's overall offensive production increased, and he is poised for an even bigger season in 2008.
Jeff Francoeur Signs Multi-Year Extension with Delta Air Lines
March 28, 2008
Right fielder set to help take-off numerous new media initiatives for airline
Atlanta Braves Gold Glove outfielder Jeff Francoeur has signed a new multi-year extension with Delta Air Lines, continuing the relationship between Atlanta's biggest airline and one of the city's premiere athletic stars.
Francoeur Wins First Gold Glove
November 6, 2007
Atlanta Braves' right fielder Jeff Francoeur won his first Gold Glove Award as one of the top defensive players at his position. The award voted on by Major League Baseball managers and coaches.
Francoeur had a career-high 19 outfield assists in 2007, tying for the Major League lead, and his 45 assists since being called up in July 2005 is the most in baseball. He started all 162 games last year, committed only five errors in 351 total chances.