This Day in Braves History: Chipper Jones homers on his 40th birthday

Braves Franchise History 1966 - The Atlanta Braves establish a major league record by winning their 18th consecutive game at home. The first 17 wins of the streak came in Milwaukee, the team’s home in 1965. 2011 - The Braves complete their first sweep of the Giants in San Francisco since 1998 with a 9-6 win in 10 innings. Nate McLouth delivers a two-run single off Brian Wilson to put Atlanta in front. The Braves beat both Tim Lincecum and Madison Bumgarner in the series. 2012 - Chipper Jones homers on his 40th birthday to help the Braves beat the...