Reasons to Be Optimistic for Atlanta Braves' 2014 Season

Baseball is back, and that's a reason to be excited in itself. 

The Braves didn't get off to the start they were hoping for with a 2-0 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers on Opening Day on Monday afternoon.

Despite that loss, there is plenty of reason to be excited about the 2014 season if you are a Braves fan.

The team returns a young and talented core that won the National League East last season.

On paper, this team should once again compete for a division title with the opportunity to advance in the postseason.

Here's an optimistic view on the Braves upcoming 2014 season.

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