Braves send Jeff Francoeur back to Double-A

Braves send Jeff Francoeur back to Double-A
Slumping Atlanta Braves outfielder Jeff Francoeur was sent to the minors to work on his hitting, with his average having dropped to .234. Francoeur was booed at home Thursday night when he went 0-for-4. He hit .206 in June and is 1-for-12 in three games this month.

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Braves option Francoeur to Double-A
Braves option Francoeur to Double-A Looking to get Jeff Francoeur’s swing back on track, the Braves optioned the outfielder to Double-A Mississippi, where he is expected to join the lineup for Friday night’s game against Chattanooga.