Favorite Big Cat Links:

Andrea's Big Cat Photo Gallery: Some of my favorite pictures of Andres
The Bravos Web Andres Galarraga Page: A biography, lots of pictures, and several news articles
Jodeman's Andres Galarraga Fan Page: Includes pictures, links, and articles

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I will be the first to admit that I wasn't too pleased when the Braves signed Galarraga this year. I thought all of the usual arguments--he's too old, he can't hit outside Coors Field, etc. But I will also be the first to admit that I'm now a huge fan of the Big Cat. I'm glad to say I was wrong. His huge bat and his great defense at first base is a welcome addition to the Braves' lineup. He won't be playing first during the 1999 season, but I look forward to the day he's back in the Braves lineup.

This is my little tribute to Galarraga. If you've visited my other Braves pages, you know the drill. Here is the Big Cat's biography, a great picture, and links to some great Galarraga sites as well as a link to my collection of pictures. Enjoy!

Info on the Big Cat

Andres Jose Galarraga

#14, First Base
Height: 6'3"
Weight: 235
Born: June 18, 1961 in Caracas, Venezuela
Resides: West Palm Beach, FL
Bats: Right
Throws: Right

Major League Service: 12 + 046
Contract Status: Signed through 2000
Acquired: signed by the Braves as a free agent on 11-21-97

Married, wife's name is Eneyda
Attended Enrique Felmi High School in Caracas
Nicknamed the "Big Cat" during his minor league career
for his cat-like reflexes and range at first base

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