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Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
MLB Reveals Exciting Chipper Jones News on Monday
With All-Star Week fast approaching, baseball fans are already buzzing about the 26th edition of the All-Star Futures Game. Set for July 12 at Truist Park in Atlanta, this seven-inning showcase highlights the game's brightest minor-league prospects. Advertisement However, this year's matchup carries extra significance for Braves Country. On Monday, Major League Baseball confirmed that two of Atlanta's most celebrated alumni will take the reins in the dugouts. Hall of Famer Chipper Jones has been appointed manager of the National League Futures squad, while two-time All-Star Marquis Grissom will helm the American League team. The announcement was shared via MLB's official X account. Drafted first overall by the Braves in 1990, Jones spent his entire 19-year career in Atlanta. He slashed .303/.401/.529 across 2,499 games, amassing 468 home runs and 1,623 RBIs. Advertisement An eight-time All-Star, Jones won the National League MVP in 1999 and helped lead the Braves to the 1995 World Series championship. Grissom, meanwhile, was a two-time National League stolen base leader (1991-92) and four-time consecutive Gold Glove winner (1993-96). He spent 17 seasons in the majors with six clubs, posted a .272 career batting average, swiped 429 bases, and drove in 967 runs. A two-time All-Star, Grissom also earned the 1997 ALCS MVP and played a key role in the Braves' 1995 World Series win. Former Atlanta Braves third baseman Chipper Jones (10).Brett Davis-Imagn Images As part of All-Star Saturday, the Futures Game offers a first look at tomorrow's stars before the Midsummer Classic on July 15, also in Atlanta. Advertisement With the Futures Game returning to Truist Park, the home field of the 2021 World Series champions, the hometown crowd will get to witness both emerging talent and franchise legends in action. Related: Alex Bregman Makes Major Personal Announcement Amid MLB Season
Yahoo
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
First look at the MLB All-Star Village in Atlanta
ATLANTA, Ga. (WSAV) — On Wednesday, Major League Baseball (MLB) and the Atlanta Braves revealed a first look at Capital One All-Star Village. It features legends of the game and interactive baseball attractions for fans of all ages. Taking place around the corner from Truist Park and The Battery during All-Star Week, July 12-15, All-Star Village will span more than 500,000 square feet throughout the Cobb Galleria Centre, Atlanta's premier event center. Modeled as a baseball theme park, Capital One All-Star Village includes more than 50 unique activities. More than 40 former Braves players, Olympic softball stars and Baseball Hall of Famers are expected to attend Capital One All-Star Village to meet fans, sign autographs, take pictures and even step back onto a diamond; participating names will be announced at a future date. Watch the transformation preview of the All-Star Village here. Activities include: Daily visits from MLB and MiLB mascots MLB The Show 25 gaming kiosks and giveaways MLB Draft Experience where fans are called to a podium like the #1 pick of their favorite team Home Run Derby VR interactive batting cages SwingMatch, an interactive setup that enables kids to see which MLB All-Star they swing like Batting Cages Presented By SeatGeek & Pitching Tunnels Presented By Church & Dwight T-Mobile Home Run Derby Attractions Curated Exhibit from the National Baseball Hall of Fame & Museum Interactive display from the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum Women in Baseball exhibit Major League trophy displays Minor League Baseball attraction with mascots, giveaways and virtual batting cages Shopping experiences with exclusive All-Star merchandise Mastercard Food Truck Row featuring local businesses 'Major League Baseball is excited to celebrate Capital One All-Star Village, a signature fan festival that resonates with baseball fans of all ages,' said Jeremiah Yolkut, MLB Senior Vice President, Global Events. 'Offering a wide array of attractions during MLB All-Star Week, including our iconic mascots, legendary Hall of Famers and more, we are excited to bring a cherished event to the heart of Atlanta, where fans can enjoy all aspects of the game and celebrate being a part of baseball's rich heritage and vibrant community.' 'Capital One All-Star Village gives everyone the opportunity to experience the excitement of MLB All-Star Week in Atlanta,' said Jim Smith, Atlanta Braves Senior Vice President of Business Strategy. 'Located walking distance from Truist Park and The Battery Atlanta, the Cobb Galleria Centre is being completely transformed to host this unique event, and we can't wait to welcome visitors from around the globe to this one-of-a-kind environment.' Tickets to All-Star Village are available here. Use code PBPO for a limited-time discount. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
16-02-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Boston Celtics two way guard JD Davison Rising Stars highlights, interview
If you did not get a chance to see Boston Celtics two way point guard JD Davison in the NBA's Rising Stars game, the folks behind the "CLNS Media Boston Sports Network" YouTube channel put together a clip that featured not only the highlights of his play in the 2025 All-Star Week event, but also his postgame interview. The Alabama native will not get the chance to face his teammates on Boston's roster, star forwards Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, after his squad dropped the contest due to a strong second half from the opposing team. But it was still a cool event that helped showcase his growth as a player in the Celtics system. Check it out below! If you enjoy this pod, check out the "How Bout Them Celtics," "First to the Floor," "Celtics Lab," and the many other New England sports podcasts available on the CLNS Media network. Listen to the "Celtics Lab" podcast on: Apple Podcasts: Spotify: This article originally appeared on Celtics Wire: Celtics two way guard JD Davison Rising Stars highlights, interview
Yahoo
16-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Star Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown on his XChange program at 2025 NBA All-Star Week
Star Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown is keeping busy in the Bay Area in recent days as he opened up about his work in the City of Oakland with his XChange business program he runs with Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd there and back in Boston. The program, designed to create a substantive change for local communities of color and to help ameliorate local wealth disparities, is a venture close to Brown's activist heart. To wit, he took some time out of his busy schedule for All-Star Week to speak on the opening of a new business development incubator in the city on Friday. The folks behind the "CLNS Media Boston Sports Network" YouTube channel put together a clip with it for us to watch later. Check it out below! If you enjoy this pod, check out the "How Bout Them Celtics," "First to the Floor," "Celtics Lab," and the many other New England sports podcasts available on the CLNS Media network. Listen to the "Celtics Lab" podcast on: Apple Podcasts: Spotify: This article originally appeared on Celtics Wire: Boston star Jaylen Brown on his XChange program at All-Star Week
