The article recounts significant events in the history of the Braves franchise and Major League Baseball (MLB). In 1936, the Boston Braves aimed for a fresh start by asking reporters to suggest a new name and settled on 'Bees', which ultimately didn't resonate with fans. In 1954, the Braves made a notable trade involving Bobby Thomson, remembered for his legendary playoff moment. The 2016 transaction sees the Atlanta Braves trading two pitchers for catching prospects, reflecting ongoing team strategy and player development. Additionally, the MLB's history includes rule changes, such as the approval of the rosin bag in 1926.
In 1936, the Boston Braves, seeking a new identity, briefly adopted the nickname 'Bees,' before reverting back to 'Braves' due to lack of popularity.
A significant trade in 1954 saw the Milwaukee Braves acquire Bobby Thomson, a key player remembered for the 'Shot Heard 'Round the World.'
In 2016, the Atlanta Braves traded pitchers David Hale and Gus Schlosser to Colorado, acquiring catching prospects Jose Briceno and Chris O'Dowd.
In 1926, the MLB Rules Committee agrees to allow the use of a rosin bag, a topic that faced much opposition and debate.
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