Atlanta Braves' first baseman Matt Olson reflects on an emotional 2025 MLB All-Star nod to play in his hometown at Truist Park.

After six seasons with the A's in Oakland, the dependable first baseman is playing against his former team this week in the unfamiliar surroundings of Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento for the first time.

The Atlanta Braves opted for better safe than sorry with their superstar earlier this week and it paid off with Wednesday night's performance

Matt Olson had a grand slam among his three hits, and the Atlanta Braves used a seven-run sixth inning to beat the Los Angeles Angels 8-3 on Wednesday night.

Sean Murphy hit a three-run homer and Matt Olson soon followed with a grand slam as the Atlanta Braves rallied for seven runs in the sixth inning and defeated the visiting Los Angeles Angels 8-3 on Wednesday to even the three-game series.

While Matt Olson has still be great for the Atlanta Braves this year, his game has looked a little different due to lack of consistent power.