in late 2005, the Braves moved Giles to the lead-off position in the lineup for the season. By the end of the season, Giles had become vocal in his objections over batting leadoff. His .262 average was his lowest since becoming a starter. Giles was hospitalized in Philadelphia on September 2, 2006, after experiencing pain in his chest and abdomen. On September 3, he was sent back to Atlanta to undergo a cardiovascular test. Giles told the Atlanta Journal-Constitution that he may have a damaged heart valve. On September 4, however, it was determined that his heart was perfectly healthy, and he was instead diagnosed with acid reflux, which is not as serious. He rejoined the team in New York City that evening. In a cost-cutting measure, and due to a decline of production, the Braves non-tendered Giles on December 12, making him a free agent. He signed a one-year deal with the Padres before the season, but did not live up to expectations and was waived on October 26, 2007. Due to a poor performance in 2007, Giles could not get a major league contract and settled for a minor league deal with the Colorado Rockies. However, the Rockies released him before the start of the season. Giles then agreed to terms with the Los Angeles Dodgers on a minor league contract, but had a change of heart on his way to report to the Dodgers' Triple-A affiliate in Las Vegas and turned down the deal. On January 6, , he signed a minor league contract with the Philadelphia Phillies. He did not make the team, and was released on March 30. In 792 games over seven seasons, Giles compiled a .277 batting average (813-for-2934) with 468 runs, 187 doubles, 16 triples, 76 home runs, 333 RBI, 70 stolen bases, 318 bases on balls, .353 on-base percentage and .429 slugging percentage. He finished his career with a .981 fielding percentage. In 25 postseason games, he hit .217 (20-for-92) with 15 runs, 3 doubles, 2 home runs, 6 RBI and 7 walks. Personal life Giles and his ex-wife, Tracy, have 3 daughters. References External links 1978 births Living people Baseball players from San Diego Major League Baseball second basemen Grossmont Griffins baseball players San Diego Padres players Atlanta Braves players Danville Braves players Greenville Braves players Macon Braves players Myrtle Beach Pelicans players National League All-Stars Richmond Braves players Rome