June 22 in Atlanta Braves History: The Braves trade John Rocker after his negative comments about New Yorkers, homosexuals, unwed mothers and immigrants appeared in (2001)

on June 22, 2001 The Braves trade John Rocker along with minor league third baseman Troy Cameron to the Indians in a four-player deal in return for relievers Steve Karsay and Steve Reed as well as cash. The Atlanta fireballer became a national figure after his negative comments about New Yorkers, ho

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