ATLANTA, GA (AP) -
Atlanta Braves third baseman Chipper Jones
has reported no problems with his surgically repaired left knee after taking
batting practice Tuesday.
Jones, who is on the 15-day disabled
list following arthroscopic surgery to repair a torn meniscus, estimated he
took "50 to 60" swings before the Braves played their minor league
All-Stars in an exhibition at Triple-A Gwinnett. Jones
took about 20 grounders to keep his fielding sharp, but the balls were hit
right at him to keep him from trying to move laterally.
Jones, who turns 40 later this month, still hopes to return for Atlanta's
home opener April 13 against Milwaukee. The 1999 NL MVP announced plans two
weeks ago to retire at the end of the season. He was injured on March 22 at
spring training.
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