The Atlanta Braves may be battling through a difficult season, but there’s still plenty to celebrate in Atlanta, especially for Matt Olson. The hometown first baseman is set to make his third MLB All-Star Game appearance, but this one hits a little differently. Not only will the game be played at Truist Park, home of the Braves, but Olson will be doing so just miles from where his baseball journey began.
In an article by MLB’s Mark Bowman, the Braves slugger reflected on the honor and the hometown connection.
“It’s one of those full-circle things for sure,” Olson said.