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Braves reach agreement with Hinske (AP) (sports.yahoo.com)

A person familiar with the negotiations says Eric Hinske and the Atlanta Braves have reached a preliminary agreement on a one-year contract. The person spoke with The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the deal is not final, pending a physical examination. The 32-year-old Hinske is expected to play behind newly signed first baseman Troy Glaus and third baseman Chipper Jones.