Atlanta Braves
Andruw Jones' career as a Brave
General manager John Schuerholz said Tuesday he told Andrew Jones in a noon meeting in his office that the Braves could not afford to bring him back based on the initial contract expectations made by the centerfielder's agent, Scott Boras.
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Andruw Jones has ruled centerfield at Fulton County Stadium and Turner Field since 1996. The Braves have decided they cannot afford to bring him back for a 12th major-league season based on the contract expectations ($20 million a year) for next season.
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