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5 Braves named All-Star voting finalists
By WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Five Braves players have been named finalists to start in the 2026 MLB All-Star Game. Catcher Drake Baldwin, first baseman Matt Olson, second baseman Ozzie Albies and outfielders Ronald Acuña Jr. and Michael Harris II were named finalists. Baldwin, Olson and Al...
Key takeaway (Atlanta News First) — Five Braves players have been named finalists to start in the 2026 MLB All-Star Game.
Why this matters in The Nashville
While the Braves' success in the All-Star voting is certainly exciting for fans in Atlanta, Nashville baseball enthusiasts are likely taking notice of the talented roster as well. As a city with its own rich baseball history, Nashville residents often follow the progress of nearby teams, including the Braves. The presence of five Braves players in the All-Star voting finals may spark interest among local fans, who can cast their votes starting June 29. With the All-Star Game scheduled for July 14, Nashville's baseball community will be watching to see which of these players will earn a starting spot. The competition at each position, particularly the matchup between Matt Olson and former Brave Freddie Freeman, will be closely followed by fans in the region. As the voting period opens, Nashville's baseball fans will have the opportunity to weigh in and support their favorite players.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Five Braves players have been named finalists to start in the 2026 MLB All-Star Game. Catcher Drake Baldwin, first baseman Matt Olson, second baseman Ozzie Albies and outfielders Ronald Acuña Jr. and Michael Harris II were named finalists. Baldwin, Olson and Al...
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