ATLANTA — At long last, the Braves are finally back in town.
The Bravos open things up at Truist Park on Friday night as they welcome the defending National League-champion Arizona Diamondbacks to town for a three-game set.
The Braves have gotten off to a solid start so far on the young season, as they won the season-opening series in Philadelphia and split a wintry mix-shortened series with the Chicago White Sox.
Now, all eyes turn back to Truist Park in what should be the first game of yet another memorable season at the Braves' friendly confines. Here's what fans need to know for Friday night's home opener.
Game information
Braves (3-2) vs. Diamondbacks (4-3)
- Game time: 7:20 p.m. EST
- Television: Bally Sports South
- Probable pitchers: Spencer Strider vs. Tommy Henry
Pre-game ceremony + national anthem
- National League East Pennant Ceremony
- First pitch: Former Atlanta Braves centerfielder and World Series Marquis Grissom will throw out the ceremonial first pitch
- National anthem + flyover: The cast of Jersey Boys will perform the national anthem while Truist Park staff members hold a giant American flag. Four F-35s from the 187th Fighter Wing Red Tails from Air National Guard in Alabama will then soar above Truist Park for a flyover.
- 7th inning stretch: Atlanta Braves opera tenor and fav-favorite Timothy Miller will sing "God Bless America"
Weather
It should be an absolute stunner outside at Truist Park on Friday. It will be sunny all day long, but it will get a little chilly closer to game time. The high is 62 and the low is 37 with winds around 14 mph. It will be around 59 degrees at first pitch and drop to 51 by the time things should be wrapping up.
Promotions
All fans will receive a free 2024 magnetic schedule. Fans can stay after the game for the traditional Friday Night Fireworks.
What's new at Truist Park
11Alive put together a full guide of what's new at Truist Park for fans in 2024. To check out that story, click the link below.