The Atlanta Braves might be out of the postseason action, but fret not—there’s still going to be at least one familiar face from Atlanta making an appearance at this year’s World Series. That’s right. The Braves’ second baseman, Ozzie Albies, is confirmed to be there.
The MLB announced that Albies will be taking part in what they’ve coined the “World Series Player Takeover.” He’ll be serving as a correspondent during Media Day and for Game 1, bringing some of that signature Braves energy to the festivities.
Albies isn’t the only one set to pop up during the Series. The MLB is bringing a mix of personalities into the fold: San Diego Padres’ Luis Arraez is slated for Game 2, while Brent Rooker from the Athletics will be on board for Game 3. So, it’s clear the league is shaking things up and making sure fans get a bit of variety.
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Justin Toscano gives us a sneak peek into what Ozzie Albies’ role will look like. Expect to see him catching up with some of his pals who are playing in the Series, chatting with celebrities roaming the stands, and just having an all-around good time. And if you’re thinking you might miss a moment—don’t worry. MLB plans to blast all this fun content across their social media platforms so fans can stay in the loop no matter where they are.
If you’re tuning in to the FOX broadcast hoping to see Albies breaking down plays in real time, you might be disappointed. There’s no indication that he’ll be involved in the TV side of things—he’s all about the fan interactions and behind-the-scenes vibes for this one.
Unlike his fellow correspondents Arraez and Rooker, Albies comes in with serious championship credentials. He was part of the Braves’ 2021 World Series-winning team that took down the Houston Astros.
During that Series, Albies played in all six games. While he didn’t exactly light up the scoreboard with his stats (he hit .238 with a .598 OPS), he still managed to pull off two multi-hit games, one of which came during the decisive Game 6. Oh, and he crossed the plate four times. Championship experience? Check.
Off the field, Albies shines just as brightly. You may remember that BMW commercial from last year where he teamed up with MLB stars like Walker Buehler, Byron Buxton, and Nestor Cortes. Albies delivered his lines with enthusiasm, claiming he was “speechless” about the car’s performance—though let’s be honest, he had plenty to say.
And he’s no stranger to being mic’d up in-game, either. He gave fans a front-row seat to his in-game banter back in May when the Braves took the field for Sunday Night Baseball on ESPN.
So, with Game 1 of the World Series set for Friday, October 25, fans will want to tune in and keep an eye out for Ozzie Albies updates. The Dodgers are hosting the Yankees in this classic showdown, and the action kicks off at 8:08 p.m. EDT.
