All articles tagged with #truist park
Originally Published 6 months ago — by AJC.com
A reporter recounts attending the 2025 MLB Home Run Derby at Truist Park, highlighting the excitement of catching a home run ball, the impressive long-distance hits, and the engaging atmosphere among fans despite a less enthusiastic crowd, emphasizing the overall enjoyment of the event.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by WSB-TV
The 2025 MLB All-Star Game is taking place at Truist Park in Cobb County, Georgia, with an expected attendance of over 50,000 including fans outside the stadium, leading to heavy traffic. The game features top players from the American and National Leagues, with notable participants like Ronald Acuña Jr., Freddie Freeman, and Matt Olson. Prior events include the Home Run Derby, won by Cal Raleigh, and the MLB All-Star Village for fan activities. Tickets are still available at premium prices.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by USA Today
Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh won the 2025 MLB Home Run Derby held at Truist Park, with notable participation from players like Junior Caminero and Matt Olson, showcasing top sluggers in a competitive event during the All-Star festivities.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The New York Times
The article analyzes which Home Run Derby participants are best suited to hit home runs at Truist Park, considering park-specific data and advanced power metrics. It highlights how certain players like Ronald Acuña Jr. and Matt Olson have strong track records at the park, while others like Oneil Cruz are valued more for underlying power indicators than actual home run counts. The analysis suggests a closer race than betting odds imply, with park factors significantly influencing player performance projections.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Battery Power
The Atlanta Braves are looking to win another series against the Milwaukee Brewers, this time at home, with a win on Saturday. The pitching matchup features Bryce Elder against Braves legend Julio Teheran, both of whom are not dominant strikeout pitchers. The Braves have had a rough two weeks since the All-Star break but hope to regain momentum by banking wins against middling teams. Ronald Acuna continues to excel on the base paths and is expected to hit a home run soon.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CBS Sports
A fan participating in the Atlanta Braves' mid-inning race against The Freeze took a tumble just inches away from the finish line at Truist Park. The race, a beloved tradition, features a random fan attempting to beat Jamaican track star Durran Dunn. Despite a promising start, the fan tripped and fell, allowing The Freeze to claim victory once again. The MLB shared a slow-motion video of the mishap, which has become a funny story for the fan to share.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox Carolina
Atlanta Braves fans will have the opportunity to purchase shares of the MLB team as Liberty Media, the owner of the Braves, approved the split-off of Atlanta Braves Holdings. The newly independent company will own the Braves and its associated real estate development projects, including The Battery Atlanta. Each outstanding share of Liberty Braves common stock will be redeemed for one share of Atlanta Braves Holdings common stock, and the team will become its own publicly-traded company on NASDAQ. Ticker symbols for the Atlanta Braves Holding Series A, B, and C common stock will be "BATRA," "BATRB," and "BATRK."
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Atlanta Journal Constitution
Michael Soroka had a successful return to Truist Park, the home stadium of the Atlanta Braves, after recovering from an Achilles tendon injury. In his first home start since August 2020, Soroka pitched six innings, allowing three runs on five hits and striking out seven batters. Despite giving up two home runs, Soroka's performance helped the Braves secure a 16-4 victory against the Marlins. Soroka credited his improved mindset of "letting it fly" for his success on the mound. The fans warmly welcomed Soroka back, and his return marks a significant milestone in his recovery journey.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WSB Atlanta
Country music star Morgan Wallen has postponed several concert dates, including two shows at Truist Park in Atlanta, due to complications with his vocal cords. Wallen's doctor told him he re-injured his vocal cords and needed to be on vocal rest for six weeks. This is the second time Wallen has had to cancel shows due to losing his voice. Any purchased tickets will be valid for the new dates, which have not yet been announced.