Quote Originally Posted by Browning151 View Post
I agree the Braves got screwed as far as infrastructure and surrounding development goes, they are in a crap part of town with horrible access. That being said, I still think the Falcons could have done the same and benefited from it, maybe not as far north as Alpharetta area as some were suggesting but to a slightly more accessible area, but I do understand the economic impact that would have on the city and further investment and development. Guess we know why Reed was fighting so hard to keep them downtown now, knowing the Braves were about to make a move.
Internally they say he had NO IDEA ( dont know if i believe that, someone had to have talked).

I guess what i meant to say is, I would have zero doubts the Falcons could have made a similar move. Its an easier sell to keep them downtown than say the Braves. The Hawks have a dual purpose with Philips being a major concert venue so they arent going anywhere anytime soon.

This makes the most sense for the braves