The defending National League East Champion Atlanta Braves released details on what’s new at Truist Park and The Battery Atlanta for the 2024 season. From newly redesigned group seating, hospitality, concessions, and retail spaces to new food and beverage offerings, there is something new for every fan to enjoy.
TRUIST PARK RENOVATIONS
The Atlanta Braves have unveiled upgrades to Truist Park ahead of the 2024 season, including new and improved group seating, hospitality, concessions, and retail spaces. These projects are part of a multiphase plan for improvements to Truist Park.
- Lexus Premium Boxes – The Lexus Premium Box is a first-class season lease and hospitality concept that will offer unparalleled amenities for groups of 8 to 14 guests. The naming rights to the new Lexus Premium Boxes as well as the Lexus Level, previously known as the Terrace (200) Level, are part of a new partnership, in which Lexus has been named the Official Luxury Vehicle of the Atlanta Braves.
- Blue Moon Beer Garden – This season, the former Xfinity Rooftop received a major renovation for the build out of the new Blue Moon Beer Garden, offering the largest variety of Molson Coors beer options and unique food pairings that can’t be found anywhere else at the ballpark. To ensure we have the best beer assortment for fans, John Legnard, the head brew master at Blue Moon, has been working on new flavors and brew collaborations that have been specifically chosen and created for the new beer garden destination at Truist Park. The space will also feature food stalls local to Braves Country like Fred’s Meat & Bread, Beer Garden Bites, a new food concept inspired by traditional beer garden foods, Conecuh Sausage Co. All fans can visit the beer garden once inside the ballpark, and the existing group hospitality space which overlooks the field was expanded for a total capacity of up to 210 fans.
- Jim Beam Bourbon Decks and 60 Ft. 6 In. Bar – Left field will feature a new group space called the Jim Beam Bourbon Decks behind sections 142 and 143. The Jim Beam Bourbon Decks will include private access to the new Jim Beam 60 Ft. 6 Bar, which will also serve customers on the concourse. Comprised of two bars with a combined length of 60’ 6” to mirror the distance between the pitcher’s mound and home plate, the new space will feature a one-of-a-kind lighting fixture and game-used pitching rubber and home plate inset into the bar top.
- Braves Clubhouse Store at Truist Park – The Braves Clubhouse Store at Truist Park is being expanded to include an additional 1500 square feet and redesigned to provide a premium retail experience. There will be a dedicated jersey walk-up shop, which will house most of the jersey selection in the store, and an added game-used merchandise section. The layout of the store will be adjusted to improve the flow and ease for shoppers. In addition to the physical store renovations, the Braves Clubhouse Store at Truist Park will deploy a new point of sale system and double the checkouts for an expedited experience. The store will celebrate its Grand Opening on Tuesday, April 2.
- Belle Glos Back Porch – The newly rebranded Belle Glos Back Porch in center field accommodates 100-150 fans in a laidback patio environment with a new platform for enhanced views of the field.
‘WE ARE BRAVES COUNTRY’ CAMPAIGN
This season, the Braves launched a new marketing campaign aimed at reaching Braves fans across the country. ‘We Are Braves Country’ is a phrase representing the strong Braves fan base across the world, rooted in the Southeast but transcending geographic location. Whether in Atlanta, Nashville, or Birmingham – our fans are a part of Braves Country.
ATLANTA BRAVES FOUNDATION 50/50 RAFFLE PRESENTED BY HARRAH’S CHEROKEE CASINOS
This season, for the first time ever, fans located anywhere in Georgia can participate in the Atlanta Braves Foundation 50/50 Raffle presented by Harrah’s Cherokee Casinos. Rolling jackpots will be open during select Braves road series and will conclude with a drawing after the 8th inning at the following home game. Fans may purchase raffle tickets online at braves.com/5050 or via the MLB Ballpark app while in the state of Georgia, and fans at home games can continue to purchase raffle tickets from sellers at Truist Park and around The Battery Atlanta.
At the end of each raffle one lucky winner will take home 50% of the total jackpot, with remaining proceeds benefitting the Atlanta Braves Foundation’s mission to build community through baseball engaging Braves Country, reaching vulnerable populations, and improving equity and access in sport, health, education and well-being outcomes for children, families, and communities.
ATLANTA BRAVES FOUNDATION COMMUNITY CLUBHOUSE PRESENTED BY KAISER PERMANENTE
Before each Braves home game, the Atlanta Braves Foundation and Kaiser Permanente will host a nonprofit or community group in the Community Clubhouse, located inside the Champions Suites. Each group will receive pregame food and beverage in the Community Clubhouse and 24 lower-level tickets to enjoy the game. The new partnership with Kaiser Permanente provides access to groups who might not otherwise have the opportunity to attend an Atlanta Braves game.
BALLY SPORTS SOUTH AND SOUTHEAST ON-AIR TALENT
- Lead Television Analyst – C.J. Nitkowski: Former MLB pitcher, C.J. Nitkowski will join Bally Sports South and Bally Sports Southeast as the lead television analyst for Atlanta Braves telecasts beginning with the 2024 MLB season. Nitkowski is a six-time Lone Star Emmy Award winner and co-hosts Loud Outs, a daily afternoon program on MLB Network Radio on Sirius/XM. During his 10-year MLB playing career, Nitkowski pitched for eight different teams including the Braves during the 2004 season.
- Braves Live Contributor – Collin McHugh: McHugh is a newcomer in 2024 after retiring from an 11-year MLB career, including the last two seasons with the Braves. McHugh will appear as a contributor on Braves LIVE this season. He first appeared on the networks as a guest analyst for a Bally Sports spring training telecast in 2023.
- Reporter – Wiley Ballard: Ballard joins the broadcast team this season for his first year as a reporter. He was featured on Braves LIVE last season with a “Wiley’s Wheelhouse” advanced stats segment. Ballard is also the voice of Georgia Tech baseball.
- Reporter – Hanna Yates: Yates is a newcomer to the broadcast team as a reporter this season. Yates previously covered the St. Louis Cardinals as a sports anchor/reporter for KSDK, the local NBC affiliate in St. Louis from 2019-22.
SECURITY TECHNOLOGY
The Atlanta Braves are dedicated to the safety and security of everyone entering the ballpark. Every year, there is a substantial commitment to technological security upgrades. This season, fans will experience a more seamless entry process with the comfort and security of the most advanced safety technology available.
CONCESSIONS
The Braves are moving towards being a more sustainable ballpark by implementing aluminum cups from Ball Corporation around the ballpark. Fans will see these cups at all bar locations in the stadium, and the rollout will also reach club spaces throughout the course of the season. In addition to supplying the cups, Ball Corporation will also be involved with the Green Team Recycling Program.
The Atlanta Braves and Delaware North, the official food and beverage partner of the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park, will offer new foods and concession locations. Delaware North will be serving a concessions menu featuring traditional stadium favorites with a twist. New foods include:
Specialty Food Items
- The Big “Queso” – One pound of grilled marinated chicken with Chihuahua cheese, freshly chopped salsa and cilantro. Pressed between sourdough bread, grilled golden brown and topped with spicy queso sauce. Available at the Taco Factory near section 152.
- Grand Slam Nacho – Two feet of tricolor tortilla chips, topped with jalapeno queso, chicken tinga, black bean and corn salsa, salsa verde, salsa roja and lime crema. Available at Taco Factory near section 152.
- Uncle Charlie’s Chicken – A curveball on a Braves Country favorite. Hand-breaded, deep-fried chicken breast dipped in spicy sauce. Topped with bread and butter pickles and served on a hearty pretzel bun. Available at Coop’s Championship Chicken near sections 138 & 320.
- Pitcher’s Mound – Generous helping of waffle fries topped with slow-smoked brisket. Served nacho-style with spicy cheese sauce, pico de gallo, salsa roja and lime crema. Available at 1871 Grill near section 113.
- 4 Bagger – Four charbroiled burgers, covered with 1 pound of barbeque brisket, jalapenos, aged cheddar cheese and reaper pepper mayo. Served on a toasted sesame seed bun and topped with beer-battered onion rings. Available at 1871 Grill near section 113.
- The Dinger – Featuring all-beef meatballs, braised in Executive Chef Louis Martorano’s house-made marinara sauce. Topped with melted mozzarella and served on a classic Italian roll, fresh from the oven. Available at Slice near section 112.
- Perimeter Dog – A collaborative effort developed by Delaware North’s hospitality and culinary team, featuring a foot-long, half-pound hot dog topped with sweet bacon jam, spicy sport peppers, diced Vidalia onions and lemon-pepper Dijonnaise sauce. Available at 1871 Grill near section 141.
- Fielder’s Catch – This innovative take on an Atlanta steakhouse staple includes two lobster tails, three fried oysters, sweet potato fries, candied bacon, shredded lettuce, heirloom tomatoes and spicy peach remoulade served on a split-top bun. Available at the Coors Light Chophouse.
Premium Food Items
Xfinity Club
- Pork Belly Grilled Cheese – Buttery, toasted sourdough bread with layers of melted Sweet Grass Dairy Gouda and fresh mozzerella. The bread sandwiches pieces of seared, crispy, thick-cut pork belly topped with caramelized onions. An American classic all grown up!
- Ribeye Steak Sandwich – 10 ounces of dry aged Ribeye cooked medium with melted provolone cheese and a mixture of caramelized onions and mushrooms. Served on a locally made fresh hoagie roll
- French Toast Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich – So many classic southern flavors in one dish! Crispy fried chicken tossed in a hot honey sauce stuffed in between two slices of French toast style brioche, with deep fried pickles and a southern pecan mayo.
Suites
- Sushi Platter – Hand-rolled to order by our sushi Chef team at Daseki, located inside the Xfinity Club! An assortment of sushi rolls such as California roll, crab & avocado roll, inside out spicy tuna roll, shrimp tempura roll & a vegetarian option of cucumber & avocado roll, all prepared fresh daily.
- Crunchified Pork Wings – Slow-cooked pork ribs rubbed in cornmeal & deep fried until crispy and golden, drizzled with a Coca-Cola bbq sauce and topped with crispy matchstick potatoes
- Spicy Southern Chicken Slider – Another riff on the classic spicy chicken sandwich. Hand-breaded spicy crispy chicken topped with Doux South pickle slices and a ghost pepper aioli on a potato roll.
- Ahi Tuna Nachos – Crispy wonton chips layered with fresh cut Ahi tuna, scallions, sesame seeds, diced tomatoes and diced mango. Lightly drizzled with YUM-YUM & sweet soy sauce!
- Go the Distance Italian Sub – This THREE-FOOT long baguette won’t let your guests leave hungry. A sesame seed Italian loaf loaded with Genoa salami, prosciutto, spicy capicola, sliced provolone, shredded lettuce, slices of beefsteak tomatoes, shaved red onion & finished off with an Italian vinaigrette
BALLPARK TOUR OFFERINGS
The Braves will continue to offer Ballpark Tours with three new special offerings, including a new Retired Number Chain keepsake series, the Taste of Truist Park & The Battery Atlanta Food Tour, and Historian Tour.
- Retired Number Chain Series – Braves retired players will be honored on significant numerical dates aligning with their retired numbers and accomplishments. Visit braves.com/tours for a daily schedule of retired number chain keepsake giveaways for each tour date.
- Taste of Truist Park & The Battery Atlanta Food Tours – The Atlanta Braves and The Battery Atlanta are thrilled to announce the addition of Taste of Truist Park & The Battery Atlanta Food Tours as an extension of their current Truist Park tour program. The tour will lead off with a Terrapin beer and a soft pretzel in the Truist Park Press Box. This will be followed by a trip to the Braves dugout to sample Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q. Continuing into The Battery Atlanta, the tour will feature stops at ASW Distillery, Mac McGee’s Irish Pub, and El Super Pan, ending with a classic Southern treat at River Street Sweets. To purchase tickets and for the full tour schedule, please visit www.braves.com/foodtour.
- Historian Tour – This experience offers a unique, in-depth look into the Braves storied franchise history. This tour of Truist Park highlights displays and exhibits that trace the team’s 150+ years, includes a Q&A session with Braves Historian Sam Wallace, and exclusive and unprecedented access to see, touch, and take pictures with genuine Braves historic artifacts. The tour is approximately two hours.
THE BATTERY ATLANTA
New additions and upgrades to The Battery Atlanta for the 2024 season include:
- The Battery Atlanta Entrance Signage is being updated. A new LED Atlanta Braves “A” will be installed allowing us multiple customization options. The swap from The Battery Atlanta “B” to the Atlanta Braves “A” will make for a more wholistic representation of our brands. Updated landscaping will complete the refreshed look following the signage swaps. The new signage at Hank Aaron Way will mirror the new look, showcasing all three of our brands.
- SITKA Gear, the industry leader in technical hunting and outdoor gear, is now open on Battery Walk. The SITKA Atlanta store offers enthusiasts with a unique, hands-on experience to explore the difference Sitka gear can make in their outdoor adventures.
- Sandbox VR, a global leader in virtual reality gaming. Sandbox VR offers a captivating and unforgettable experience where players step into virtual worlds and become the heroes of their own adventures. With its cutting-edge technology and immersive gameplay, Sandbox VR will continue to revolutionize the Atlanta gaming scene.
- Battle & Brew, the trailblazing gamer, dining, drinking and entertainment establishment is now open at The Battery Atlanta. Battle & Brew has been at the forefront of celebrating gamers, geeks and great grub, creating an ideal space for enthusiasts to come together and delight in their passions.
- TK Elevator’s IQC – Elevation Room, located on the TKE tower’s 26th and 27th floors, will be offered as a pre-game hospitality space featuring striking floor-to-ceiling windows with panoramic views of Truist Park, The Battery Atlanta, Downtown Atlanta, Buckhead, and key Georgia landmarks, including Kennesaw Mountain. With the ability to customize your event menus, The Elevation Room is the perfect location to host a one-of-a-kind pre-game corporate event for up to 150 guests. Additionally, three new tailgating pre-game experiences are available for up to 50 guests on the 3rd floor balcony overlooking The Battery which include The Rookie, The Natural and For the Love of the Game packages. For more information on booking your private event, please visit www.braves.com/events
- Ford Home Run Alley, a full takeover of the pedestrian walkway on Level 4 of the Red Deck in The Battery Atlanta. This space will showcase a lineup of new Ford vehicles and feature activations throughout the season.
- Good Game powered by Topgolf Swing Suites now features The Cutwater Cocktail Bar, a new walk-up bar along Battery Walk. The bar will showcase the entire range of Cutwater’s ready-to-drink canned cocktails and specialty cocktails crafted using Cutwater’s exceptional spirits.
NEW BRAVES PLAYERS
- RHP Aaron Bummer
- OF Adam Duvall
- INF David Fletcher
- INF Luis Guillorme
- OF Jarred Kelenic
- LHP Ray Kerr
- RHP Reynaldo López
- RHP Penn Murfee
- LHP Ángel Perdomo
- LHP Chris Sale
