McCann to throw first pitch before Game 1 of World Series

Braves fan favorite Brian McCann, who recently retired from Major League Baseball, will throw out the ceremonial first pitch Tuesday as Houston faces Washington in Game 1 of the 2019 World Series.

McCann, a former Braves draftee who spent 10 of his 15 major-league seasons in Atlanta, will throw to Evan Gattis, the former Brave now in his fourth season with the Astros. McCann and Gattis were teammates on Houston’s 2017 World Series championship team.

About the Author

AJC Sports

Walt Weiss talks Braves’ new-look coaching staff

2h ago

Braves sign outfielder Mike Yastrzemski

Yastrzemski adds to the team’s depth while furthering options for new manager Walt Weiss.

Braves prefer to keep their options open at designated hitter

The Braves expect to rotate players at DH in 2025, giving regulars rest and keeping both catchers in the lineup instead of signing a full-time hitter.

The Latest

Credit: AP

Walt Weiss talks Braves’ new-look coaching staff

2h ago

Braves sign outfielder Mike Yastrzemski

Braves prefer to keep their options open at designated hitter

Featured

Credit: Miguel Martinez-Jimenez

MARTA chief says new train cars give smooth, quiet ride

Interim CEO Jonathan Hunt told The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s editorial board he is focused on project delivery, which he said is key to winning back public trust.

God’s Acre: Former Native American boarding school reveals complex history

A Native American boarding school established by Moravian missionaries in North Georgia in the early 19th century reveals a complicated and compelling history.

Why Midtown’s holiday lights display is a little less vibrant this year

Midtown Bright, the annual winter lights display, was cut back this year.