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.
Bartolo Colon Stats. Bartolo Colon was born on Thursday, May 24, 1973, in Altamira, Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic. Colon was 23 years old when he broke into the big leagues on April 4, 1997, with the Cleveland Indians.