NLDS 2023: What Atlanta Braves fans need to know for games at Truist Park, watch parties
ByWSBTV.com News Staff
ByWSBTV.com News Staff
COBB COUNTY, Ga. — Your Atlanta Braves are ready to begin their journey to the World Series. The Braves’ first stop will be the National Division Series which will begin on Saturday at Truist Park.
The National League east champions secured the No. 1 NL seed in and also home-field advantage for the entire postseason. They will host rival Philadelphia Phillies in the NLDS.
The Braves shared what their fans can expect during the NLDS home games. Channel 2 Action News attended a media day this week where the team unveiled new food and retail offerings for fans and the surprises in store.
On Saturday, Braves legend Andruw Jones, who recently had his number retired by the team, will toss the ceremonial first pitch. Die-hard Braves fan and Grammy Award winner Jason Isbell will have the honor for Game 2 on Monday.
New food offerings for Braves playoffs Sweet Grounder: Charbroiled sweet Italian sausage smothered with provolone cheese, roasted red peppers, tobacco onions and garlic aioli on a soft roll. Available at the concession stand 1871 Grille near section 141.
New food offerings for Braves playoffs • The Brushback: Half a pound of tender beef brisket, smoked for 12 hours right in the outfield, topped with melted provolone cheese, caramelized sweet onions and savory mushrooms, spicy jalapenos, on a toasted hoagie with au jus on the side. Served with Atlanta lemon pepper kettle chips. Available at The Carvery near section 111.
New food offerings for Braves playoffs “Chicken ain’t nothing but a bird Blue”: Double stack fried wet lemon pepper free-range chicken breast sandwiched between 3 glazed donuts and Southern angry pickled green tomatoes finished with peach bourbon coulis and powdered sugar. Available at 1871 Grille near sections 215 and 239.
New food offerings for Braves playoffs Blue it Bayou: Svedka vodka, Blue Curacua, grapefruit juice, Pineapple Wedge. Available near section 108.
Sweet Georgia Peach Smash: Coopers Craft Whiskey, Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup, Sliced Peach, Seltzer Water. Available near section 216. Mashing Margarita: El Jimador Silver Tequila, Lime Juice, Orange Juice, Simple Syrup, Lime Wheel. Available near section 238.
New food offerings for Braves playoffs • The Fowl Pole: Trio of skewered sweet tea brined chicken thighs fried to golden crispy perfection. Served with Carolina mustard sauce and Coca-Cola BBQ. Available at Coops Championship Chicken near sections 138 and 320.
New food offerings for Braves playoffs • Whole ‘Nother Ball Game: Gigantic all-beef Italian meatball braised in San Marzano pomodoro sauce for 2 hours, topped with fresh mozzarella cheese and sauce nuzzled in a glove-inspired bread bowl lightly brushed with basil pesto sauce and extra virgin olive oil. Available at 1871 Grille near section 113.
New food items at Truist Park for playoffs New food items at Truist Park for playoffs
New food items at Truist Park for playoffs New food items at Truist Park for playoffs
New food items at Truist Park for playoffs New food items at Truist Park for playoffs
New food items at Truist Park for playoffs New food items at Truist Park for playoffs
New food items at Truist Park for playoffs New food items at Truist Park for playoffs
The fun isn’t just for the home games. The Braves will also hold a watch party for Game 3 and Game 4 if necessary. The watch parties will begin 30 minutes before first pitch.
The watch parties and parking are free in the Braves-owned parking garages.
The full schedule will be released after a winner is decided between the Phillies and Marlins.
