Photos: Former Braves pitcher Buzz Capra

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Photos: Former Braves pitcher Buzz Capra

Photos of former Atlanta Braves pitcher Buzz Capra.

Braves pitcher Buzz Capra went 16-8 in 1974 with a major league-low 2.28 ERA. Click here to read more about Capra. AJC file photo

Buzz Capra was sold to the Braves for just $25,000. Click here to read more about Capra. AJC file photo

Braves pitcher Buzz Capra recorded nine straight victories in 1974. Click here to read more about Capra. AJC file photo

Braves pitcher Buzz Capra was picked for the All-Star Game in 1974. Click here to read more about Capra. AJC file photo

Buzz Capra had five shutouts and 11 complete games in 1974. Click here to read more about Capra. AJC file photo

Buzz Capra pitched for the Mets before going to the Braves. Click here to read more about Capra. AJC file photo

Buzz Capra (shown in the 1970s in this photo) is now semi-retired and spends time rehabbing houses and properties. Click here to read more about Capra. AJC file photo

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Braves pitcher Buzz Capra went 16-8 in 1974 with a major league-low 2.28 ERA. Click here to read more about Capra. AJC file photo

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