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McCann Leads Gwinnett Braves Homestand Highlights
The Atlanta catcher's rehab stint will be among the activities at Coolray Field beginning May 2.
Brian McCann's "homecoming" will only be part of the fun for the coming homestand for the Gwinnett Braves.
, which begins Thursday, May 2.
He already has been getting in some work with the Class A Rome Braves. On Wednesday, McCann concluded that four-game stint with totals of .357 (5 for 13) and three home runs, according to the Rome News-Tribune.
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“I’m pretty excited about where I’m at,” McCann said before Wednesday's game.
It is not known how long McCann will be with the G-Braves in 2013. However, Atlanta is believed to be expecting him to rejoin the big club in time for next week's series at Cincinnati.
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Other highlights include:
- May 2: $3 Thursday will include $3 food specials the entire game. Also, lawn seats also are $3.
- May 6: Kids 12-under will receive a voucher for a free hot dog, bag of chips and a small soda.
- May 7: "Boston Strong Night" will include appearances by several pro athletes, including Matt Ryan of the Atlanta Falcons.
For more information, visit the G-Braves website.
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