Atlanta Braves' first baseman Matt Olson reflects on an emotional 2025 MLB All-Star nod to play in his hometown at Truist Park.

While Matt Olson has still be great for the Atlanta Braves this year, his game has looked a little different due to lack of consistent power.

Twenty-five years after attending All-Star Game festivities with his parents at Turner Field, suburban Atlanta native Matt Olson will proudly experience the thrill of being an All-Star in his hometown.

The MLB All-Star game at Truist Park is just eight days away, with the full rosters revealed for both the American and National League. In addition to Ronald Acuna Jr. being voted in as a starting outfielder,

Three Braves — Ronald Acuña Jr., Matt Olson, and Chris Sale — were named to the 2024 MLB All-Star roster. Chris Sale was selected but will not pitch due to a rib injury sustained last month. Matt Olson called it a "full circle moment" to play his first All-Star Game in his hometown of Atlanta.

Matt Olson was just six when his parents took him to Turner Field to watch Sammy Sosa put on a show in the 2000 Home Run Derby. Twenty-five years later, the Braves first baseman and suburban Atlanta n

ATLANTA — Matt Olson had a grand slam among his three hits, and the Atlanta Braves used a seven-run sixth inning to beat the Angels 8-3 on Wednesday night.

Olson is a two-time All-Star in his career. He made it with the Oakland Athletics in 2021 and once with the Braves in 2023. With the way the reserves are selected, even if Olson isn't selected Sunday, there is a solid chance he can get a nod.

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