Glycosaminoglycans (GAGs). * A family of carbohydrates that help with the maintenance and support of collagen and elastin. Functions: Glycosaminoglycans' primary role is to maintain and support collagen, elastin and turgidity (bounce) in the cellular spaces and keep protein fibers in balance and proportion.
Braves to sign 43-year old Bartolo Colon. The Atlanta Braves will furnish their new ballpark with the oldest player in the majors as the franchise agreed to a deal with 43-year-old Bartolo Colon.
Recent News. Bartolo Colon held the Padres to one hit over seven innings of one-run ball Sunday in the Braves' 9-2 victory. The only hit he allowed was a Ryan Schimpf solo homer in the top of the second inning. Colon struck out six and issued just one walk in the dominant outing, dropping his season ERA from 6.30 to 4.24. He'll carry a 1-1 record into his next start on the road against the Phillies, a very familiar foe. Apr 16 - 5:42 PM. Bartolo Colon was tagged for six runs in four innings by the Marlins on Tuesday.