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Atlanta Braves (from left) Charlie Culberson and Ozzie Albies check out Ender Inciarte's new batting helmet with a jaw guard during live batting practice at spring training Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019, at the ESPN...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Braves third baseman Josh Donaldson takes some swings during batting practice on the field at spring training Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Braves minor league prospect Drew Waters, from Etowah High School in Woodstock, pauses to chat with manager Brian Snitker and former manager Bobby Cox during spring training Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019, at...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Braves players Ronald Acuna (left) and Ozzie Albies cross the field as they arrive for another day of spring training Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Braves outfielder Nick Markakis gets in some early morning work running sprints with a trainer during spring training Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Braves pitcher Touki Toussaint gets in some early morning work at spring training Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ender Inciarte shares a laugh with Ronald Acuna while working in the outfield during spring training Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Braves catcher Brian McCann shoulders his bats and catching equipment getting in his work during spring training Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Braves catcher Tyler Flowers loosens up in the batting cages getting in some early morning work just after sunrise at spring training Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Braves infielder Charlie Culberson takes batting practice on the field during spring training Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Braves pitcher Wes Parsons throws some live batting practice for the first time during spring training Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Braves third baseman Josh Donaldson takes some batting practice on the field during spring training Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Braves pitcher Ian Anderson prepares to deliver a pitch during spring training Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Having fun in the Florida sun: Here's a look at some of the smiling and laughing faces from Braves' spring training, including Josh Donaldson laughing while working with third base coach Ron Washington. (Curtis...

What's going on with Ronald Acuna Jr. and Freddie Freeman? (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Shortstop Ozzie Albies is all smiles. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Ozzie Albies isn't smiling as much during this playful session with Ronald Acuna Jr. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Mike Foltynewicz with the smile as he reports to camp. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Tyler Flowers focused in the batting cage. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Dansby Swanson also focused in the batting cage. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Sam Freeman smiles while loosening up. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Jacob Webb shares a joke with teammates. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

General manager Alex Anthopoulos working the phone. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman (background) and outfielder Ronald Acuna loosen up for another day of spring training Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Braves outfielder Nick Markakis stops to sign autographs as he arrives for his first day of spring training Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman gets loose before practice during spring training Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson works in the batting cages Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019, during spring training at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna looks on while Freddie Freeman clowns around with Fox Sports Braves analyst Paul Byrd Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019, during spring training at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos works his cell phone while making the rounds to different baseball fields during spring training Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Braves pitcher Julio Teheran works on his form during spring training Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Braves outfielder Nick Markakis makes a brief appearance in the batting cages as he arrives for his first day of spring training Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman (right) and outfielder Ronald Acuna loosen up for another day of spring training Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Braves pitcher A.J. Minter loosens up his arm throwing in the field during spring training Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Braves pitcher Jonny Venters loosens up his arm throwing in the field during spring training Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Braves Ronald Acuna and Freddie Freeman stretch their arms on the field for spring training Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Monday in spring training: Braves manager Brian Snitker and first baseman Freddie Freeman confer in the field during Day 4 of spring training Monday in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Ouch!: Ronald Acuna Jr. grabs the goatee of best buddy Ozzie Albies while playing around during Monday's spring training workout in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Ozzie Albies returns the favor a short time later by grabbing the goatee of Ronald Acuna Jr. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Infielder Charlie Culberson signs autographs for fans reaching over the fence as he arrives for his first day of spring training Monday in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Charlie Culberson (from left) looks on while Ozzie Albies gets an unexpected hug from Ronald Acuna Jr. Monday at spring training. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Braves pitcher Dan Winkler fields a ground ball and makes the play to home during spring training Monday. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Ozzie Albies lays down a bunt during spring training Monday. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Ronald Acuna Jr. lays down a bunt during spring training Monday. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Luiz Gohara delivers a pitch under the watchful eyes of new pitching coach Rick Kranitz. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)Curtis Compton

Shortstop Dansby Swanson takes the field to practice for the first time at spring training Monday. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Dansby Swanson makes a play on a ground ball during spring training Monday. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Dansby Swanson prepares to throw after fielding a ground ball. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Pitcher Kyle Muller uses a Jaeger training aid for warm-ups and strength training before pitching during spring training Monday. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Pitching coach Rick Kranitz confers with pitchers Julio Teheran and Luiz Gohara in the dugout. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Pitcher Kyle Wright loosens up during Monday's workout. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Sean Newcomb loosens up during spring training Monday. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Newcomb was 12-9 with an earned-run average of 3.90 for the Braves last season. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Pitcher Sam Freeman is all smiles as he loosens up. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Pitcher Jacob Webb shares a joke with teammates. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Pitchers Shane Carle and Luke Jackson bump gloves after a throwing session. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Julio Teheran watches practice from the dugout. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna (left) and infielder Ozzie Albies get in some work ahead of spring workouts Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Full squad workouts...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Braves third baseman Josh Donaldson and third base coach Ron Washington work on a ball-handling drill Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Braves manager Brian Snitker and former manager Bobby Cox watch over players during workouts Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Braves players Ozzie Albies (from left), Ender Inciarte, and Ronald Acuna head of for a day of practice Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Braves infielder Ozzie Albies is all smiles as he arrives for his first day of spring training with the team Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Braves teammate Ronald Acuna (left) and third base coach Ron Washington welcome infielder Ozzie Albies to his first day of spring training Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Braves new pitching coach Rick Kranitz works with starter Sean Newcomb in the bullpen Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Braves infielder Johan Camargo works in the batting cages Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Braves new third baseman Josh Donaldson shares a laugh with third base coach Ron Washington while working on a drill Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Braves infielder Ozzie Albies gets in some swings in the batting cages Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Braves third baseman Josh Donaldson takes batting practice his first day at spring training Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna loosens up in the field during a workout Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Braves infielder Ozzie Albies works on a fielding drill with third base coach Ron Washington Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Braves players Ronald Acuna (left) and Ozzie Albies pick up baseballs while getting in some work Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Braves third baseman Josh Donaldson works on a drill with third base coach Ron Washington Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Braves catcher William Contreras works in the bullpen Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Braves catcher William Contreras works in the bullpen Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Braves pitchers Tucker Davidson (right) and Corbin Clouse throw in the bullpen Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Braves pitcher Tucker Davidson loosens up his arms before pitching in the bullpen Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Braves pitchers Thomas Burrows (from left), Huascar Ynoa, and Ian Anderson get some work in the bullpen Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Braves pitcher Jacob Webb loosens up his arm throwing in the field during spring training Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna plays to the passing crowd during spring training Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Braves outfielder Drew Waters lays down a bunt Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Braves outfielder Greyson Jenista lays down a bunt during a hitting session Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Feb. 17, 2019 Lake Buena Vista: Atlanta Braves outfielder Ender Inciarte reacts on the field during spring training at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex on Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019, in Lake Buena Vista. Curtis...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Spring training begins: Braves prospect Drew Waters, a graduate of Etowah High School, gets loose during the first day of action in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Players get a quick start loosening up in the outfield during the first day of spring training. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

New pitching coach Rick Kranitz (center) has his pitchers hitting the field loosening up during Friday's action. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Braves spring training opens: Touki Toussaint loosens up Friday as pitchers and catchers reported for the start of spring training in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Pitcher Luiz Gohara arrives noticeably slimmer on the first day of spring training. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

The slimmed down Luiz Gohara gets in some leg kicks Friday. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Luiz Gohara throws in the bullpen Friday. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Manager Brian Snitker looks on while sidearm pitcher Darren O'Day throws in the bullpen. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Fans wait at the gate for autographs from the players in attendance on the first day of spring training. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Pitcher Patrick Weigel signs autographs at the gate Friday. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Braves fan Jeanette Marlier gets some one-on-one time with Patrick Weigel. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Brian chats with Brian: Braves manager Brian Snitker relaxes while chatting with catcher Brian McCann Friday during the first day of spring training. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Folty in the house: Braves All-Star Mike Foltynewicz smiles as he arrives for the first day of spring training. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

New pitching coach Rick Kranitz works with Mike Foltynewicz in the bullpen. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

It's time for baseball: Tyler Flowers arrives on a scooter as pitchers and catchers reported to Braves spring training Friday in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Catcher Tyler Flowers arrives on a scooter as pitchers and catchers report for the first day of spring training at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex on Friday, Feb. 15, 2019, in Lake Buena Vista. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...

Tyler Flowers gets some work in the batting cage. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Brian McCann gets some work in the batting cage. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Pitching coach Rick Kranitz holds a pair of baseballs. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Touki Toussaint gets loose. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Julio Teheran gets loose. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Newly signed Atlanta Braves player Josh Donaldson looks on during a press conference Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2018, at the Delta Sky 360 Club at SunTrust Park in Atlanta. The third baseman signed a one-year contract with...Alyssa Pointer/AJC

Newest Brave Josh Donaldson (left) and general manager Alex Anthopoulos speak during a press conference Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2018, in Atlanta.Alyssa Pointer/AJC

Josh Donaldson (left) and Braves General Manager Alex Anthopoulo (right) share a laugh during a press conference Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2018, at the Delta Sky 360 Club at SunTrust Park in Atlanta.Alyssa Pointer/AJC

New Braves third baseman Josh Donaldson speaks during a press conference Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2018, in Atlanta.Alyssa Pointer/AJC

Atlanta Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos (foreground) and Josh Donaldson listen to a question during a press conference Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2018, introducing the free agent signing in Atlanta.Alyssa Pointer/AJC

Atlanta Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos (right) introduces Josh Donaldson during a press conference Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2018, in Atlanta.Alyssa Pointer/AJC

Atlanta Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos (right) shows Josh Donaldson his new jersey during a press conference Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2018, in Atlanta.Alyssa Pointer/AJC

Veteran catcher Brian McCann speaks during a press conference at SunTrust Park Monday. McCann agreed to a one-year contract with the Braves for the 2019 season. (Alyssa Pointer/Alyssa.Pointer@ajc.com)

Brian McCann stands with Braves general manager Alex Alex Anthopoulos during Monday's press conference. (Alyssa Pointer/Alyssa.Pointer@ajc.com)

"This is as special as a day for me as any I’ve had in my career," said McCann. (Alyssa Pointer/Alyssa.Pointer@ajc.com)

Brian McCann shares a laugh with general manager Alex Anthopoulos during Monday's press conference. (Alyssa Pointer/Alyssa.Pointer@ajc.com)

The 34-year-old McCann played for the Braves from 2005-13. (Alyssa Pointer/Alyssa.Pointer@ajc.com)

Braves manager Brian Snitker speaks with the media following Brian McCann's press conference. (Alyssa Pointer/Alyssa.Pointer@ajc.com)

Brian McCann and wife Ashley pose for a photo with children Colt (right) and Colbie (left) following Monday's press conference. (Alyssa Pointer/Alyssa.Pointer@ajc.com)

Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna signs autographs for fans prior to the game two of the Japan and MLB All Stars Nov. 10, 2018, at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo. Acuna is among a contingent of MLB players taking part in a seven-game...Kiyoshi Ota/Getty Images

Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna poses for photographs during his 'National League Rookie of the Year' press conference prior to the game four between Japan and MLB All-Stars Nov. 13, 2018, at Mazda Zoom Zoom Stadium...Kiyoshi Ota/Getty Images

Juan Soto (from left) Ronald Acuna, Robinson Chirinos, Eugenio Suarez and Amed Rosario are seen during a warm-up prior to the game two of the Japan and MLB All Stars at Tokyo Dome on Nov. 10, 2018, in Tokyo, Japan...Kiyoshi Ota/Getty Images

Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna hits a single in the top of 4th inning during the game three of Japan and MLB All Stars on Nov. 11, 2018, at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo.Kiyoshi Ota/Getty Images

Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna attends the MLB Baseball Clinic prior to the game two of the Japan and MLB All Stars Nov. 10, 2018, at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo.Kiyoshi Ota/Getty Images

Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna loses a fly ball hit by Japan outfielder Kazuki Tanaka in the bottom of 6th inning during the game one of the Japan and MLB All Stars Nov. 9, 2018, at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo.Kiyoshi Ota/Getty Images

Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna at bat in the top of 3rd inning during the game one of the Japan and MLB All Stars Nov. 9, 2018, at Tokyo Dome on in Tokyo.Kiyoshi Ota/Getty Images

Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna is introduced prior to first game one of the Japan and MLB All Stars Nov. 9, 2018, at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo.Kiyoshi Ota/Getty Images

Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna hits a single in the top of 4th inning during the exhibition game between Yomiuri Giants and the MLB All Stars Nov. 8, 2018, at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo.Kiyoshi Ota/Getty Images

Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna celebrates hitting a double in the bottom of the 1st inning during the exhibition game between Yomiuri Giants and the MLB All Stars Nov. 8, 2018, at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo.Kiyoshi Ota/Getty Images

Umpire Eric Cooper pushes Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna to secure a clear view as Mets infielder Amed Rosario runs toward home plate on a flyball off Phillies infielder Carlos Santana in the bottom of 8th inning...Kiyoshi Ota/Getty Images

Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna celebrates scoring a run to make it 2-0 in the bottom of 7th inning during the game four between Japan and MLB All Stars Nov. 13, 2018, at Mazda Zoom Zoom Stadium in Hiroshima, Japan...Kiyoshi Ota/Getty Images

Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna attends the 'National Lague Rookie of the Year' press confernece prior to the game four between Japan and MLB All Stars Nov. 13, 2018, at Mazda Zoom Zoom Stadium in Hiroshima, Japan...Kiyoshi Ota/Getty Images

A Braves fan watches as his team's season came to an end Monday at SunTrust Park. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Fans react after the Braves' 6-2 loss Monday. (Jason Getz/Special)

A Braves fan wears a rally cap in the ninth inning of Monday's game. (Jason Getz/Special)

Braves fan Jacob Fields is all smiles as he prepares to watch the Braves face the Dodgers Monday in Game 4 of the National League Division Series at SunTrust Park. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Hall of Famer Bobby Cox throws out the first pitch before Monday's game at SunTrust Park. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Bobby Cox acknowledges the crowd after throwing out the first pitch. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Angelica Hale, of America's Got Talent, sings the national anthem before Monday's game. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

ATL Breakers members perform before Game 4 of the National League Division Series between the Braves and Dodgers Monday at SunTrust Park. (Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com)

Andrew Plousis and his son Graham, 6, poses with Atlanta Braves Tomahawk Team members before Monday's Game 4 of the NLDS at SunTrust Park. (Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com)

Price Punnds, 3, plays a ball with Braves mascot Blooper before Monday's game. (Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com)

Fans take a picture of starting lineup before Monday's game. (Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com)

Fans enter the Club House gate before Game 4 of the NLDS between the Braves and Dodgers Monday at SunTrust Park. (Jason Getz/Special)

An usher passes out programs to fans as they enter the Club House gate before Game 4 of the Braves-Dodgers series Monday at SunTrust Park. (Jason Getz/Special)

Foam tomahawks line the cup holder of every seat at SunTrust Park. (Jason Getz/Special)

Fans enter the Club House gate before Monday's game. (Jason Getz/Special)

Braves fan Robert Walls of Roswell wears his "chief" costume in support of the home team. (Jason Getz/Special)

Braves fan Collins Crisp, 7, of South Carolina, tries on an extra sized glove before Monday's game. (Jason Getz/Special)

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