Braves players ecstatic following Speedway Classic win
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The Atlanta Braves secured the MLB Speedway Classic trophy on Sunday by defeating the Cincinnati Reds, 4-2. The game continued on Sunday afternoon after experiencing delays and an overnight rain-related postponement on Saturday night.

Braves first baseman Matt Olson

In the Braves’ locker room, there was an air of exhilaration after the game. Players shared with News Channel 11’s Nick Dugan that they felt honored to contribute to MLB history.

“I enjoy playing these special games,” said Braves first baseman Matt Olson. “It’s a nice change of pace, and yeah, it was a lot of fun.”

Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies

Second baseman Ozzie Albies told Dugan that his affinity for cars made the game at the racetrack extra special.

“I’m also into cars, so I’m really thrilled,” Albies expressed on Sunday. “This means a lot to the entire team. Everyone is pumped about playing in this venue and achieving a win today.”

When asked if he would want to participate in an event like this again, Albies said, “1,000 percent yes.”

Braves outfielder Eli White

Outfielder Eli White played a crucial role by hitting two home runs for the Braves. This marked White’s second time hitting multiple home runs in a game; his first being in 2021, which also featured his initial professional home run.

“Growing up and playing in the backyard, these are the moments you always envision and dream about,” White shared during the post-game conference.

“And so just to be in the moment, but then also to come through for the team is huge. And, you know, I was definitely trying to hit one homer today. I didn’t really know two was on the bingo card.”

Braves Pitcher Hurston Waldrep

Just before midnight Sunday, Braves Pitcher Hurston Waldrep was called to travel to Bristol and take the mound in the Classic.

Waldrep arrived in the Twin Cities just before 10 a.m., pitched over five innings, and is leaving with his first MLB win.

Perhaps one of the most surprising local ties to Sunday’s game, home plate umpire Will Little was born and raised in Johnson City. Little attended Science Hill High School. He said making history and calling the balls so close to his family’s home is something he’d never imagined possible.

Homeplate Umpire Will Little

“In our job, every game, being from here, has always been on the road – it’s somewhere,” Little said.

“For family to come travel is always a big thing, but to have something right at home – I never saw this as being a possiblity … the idea of having 90,000 surrounding, and having my family and close friends right at home – to be a part of that is very special for them and obviously means a lot to me.”

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