Claudell Washington, Gene Garber Get Pummeled

Claudell Washington, Gene Garber Pummeled at Sandwich Shop

REUTERS NEWS WIRE - June 11, 1990 - Camden, SC - It was a regular evening for two former Braves players grabbing a bite to eat at a local sandwich shop. But everything changed in a flash when a plumber entered the restaurant and attacked Claudell Washington, former Braves outfielder, and Gene Garber, former Braves relief pitcher, with a barrage of back punches. Bystanders said the angered man delivered a series of 34 to 35 punches to the backs of the two former Braves simultaneously, eventually rendering them both unconscious. The man took Gene Garber's sandwich but left Claudell Washington's panini on the table. Police are still looking for a plumber named, Randolph Gray.

Bob Horner Choked by Turtleneck

 

Bob Horner Choked by Turtleneck

ASSOCIATED PRESS - Stallings, AL February 12, 2009 - Bob Horner loves turtlenecks almost as much as he loved playing 3rd base for the Atlanta Braves. But Bob's love for turtlenecks turned sour yesterday as the piece of clothing he loved cut off the circulation to his head. The yellow turtleneck pictured above was Mr. Horner's favorite shirt. But after this incident, it looks like he will have to find a bigger size. The restrictive nature of the yellow turtleneck caused Mr. Horner to pass out while watching television. It wasn't until his friend, Paul Zuvella, former Braves shortstop, offered Bob some chips that it was discovered Mr. Horner could not breathe. Paul quickly called 911 and Mr. Horner was saved. It was the second time a turtleneck almost took the life of Mr. Horner. In 2001, Bob went to the emergency room when he could not take off a turtleneck that became stuck around his throat. Mr. Horner is recovering from his turtleneck injuries at Mt. Sinai hospital in Birmingham and is expected to fully recover from his life threatening injuries.

Rick Camp Trampled at an Actual Camp

Rick Camp Trampled at an Actual Camp

ASSOCIATED PRESS - Greensboro, NC Aug. 12, 2004 - Over the weekend, former Atlanta Braves pitcher Rick Camp, was trampled by a horse while hanging out at the Green River Campground. He sustained severe head trauma, spleen punctures and a dislocated ear during the two-minute trampling. According to a police report, one of his companions, former Braves starting pitcher Zane Smith, yelled loudly and scared a horse that a woman was riding nearby. The horse began repeatedly trampling Mr. Camp until Mr. Smith was able to punch the animal, startling it and saving his friend's life. Rick Camp and Zane Smith were at an actual camp site when the incident occurred. Rick Camp is being treated at a nearby hospital and is expected to fully recover.

Terry Forster survives Fair Ride collapse

REUTERS NEWS WIRE - October, 12 1992 Birmingham, AL – Terry Forster was enjoying an evening of fun and frivolity at the Birmingham Exchange Club Fair when the ride he was on tipped over. Mr. Forster, a relief pitcher for the Atlanta Braves in 1983, hurt his stomach during the accident but will recover. It was the second fair ride collapse Terry Forster has been involved in in the past 3 years. Terry was wearing his Braves uniform when the accident occurred.

Craig McMurtry Rides Bike into a Sinkhole

Craig McMurtry rides bike into a sinkhole.

ASSOCIATED PRESS - NOVEMBER 11, 1997 Guatemala – A sinkhole in Guatemala has claimed another victim. Craig McMurtry, former Atlanta Braves starting pitcher, fell into a giant sinkhole. He is in stable condition and expected to fully recover from his injuries.

Mr. McMurtry apparently fell in while riding a bike to Rafael Ramirez’s house to practice songs with their mariachi band. Rafael and Craig formed a deep friendship after playing for the Braves in 1983 and bought small condos down the street from each other in Guatemala to work on their music. They frequently ride bikes to each other’s houses and play baseball, mariachi music and eat Mexican food.

Craig McMurtry was wearing his Braves uniform when the bike accident occurred.

Biff Pocoroba Injured at Millen Pizza Hut

Biff Pocoroba injured in Pizza Hut Grease Fire

December 8, 1995 MILLEN, GA - Former Atlanta Braves Catcher, Biff Pocoroba, was injured in a violent grease fire at the Pizza Hut on SawMill Rd in Millen. The fire was apparently started by a pizza chef and quickly overtook the entire restaurant. Biff was eating a late dinner with Bruce Benedict and Bob Horner when the fire erupted. Bob and Biff were playing a two person game of Galaga on a tabletop arcade game like they do every Saturday night. Mr Pocoroba passed out from smoke inhalation as he tried to get the high score on the Galaga game. Bob Horner pulled Biff to safety. Biff Pocoroba was wearing his Braves uniform when the fire occurred and had posed for the picture above in a field near the parking lot for a fan just before entering the Pizza Hut. Biff is in stable condition and resting well in his apartment above a Tacqueria.

Rick Mahler Attacked by Bees

Rick Mahler attacked by bees

REUTERS - Sep. 4, 2003 Sarasota, FL – Rick Mahler, former Atlanta Braves starting pitcher was attacked by a large swarm of bees while playing croquet at his home in Sarasota this past weekend. His buddy, Paul Runge , former Brave, saved him by spraying him with a garden hose. Thankfully, Rick was posing for a picture with former Brave Paul Runge when the bees swarmed, so the photographer was able to capture the above image.

Rick Mahler is in stable condition at Sarasota Shriners Hospital.