Multiple Georgia natives, former Braves on All-Star rosters

The Braves have three All-Stars: first baseman Freddie Freeman, outfielder Ronald Acuna and second baseman Ozzie Albies.

Padres closer Mark Melancon, who’s saved a league-high 25 games, is one of two former Braves closers who will be in the National League bullpen.

Giants starter Kevin Gausman, whom the Braves dropped during a disappointing 2019 season, has turned his career around in San Francisco and become a legitimate frontline starter.

He’s hitting .328 with 12 homers and 28 RBIs in 58 games for the Giants, who are baseball’s No.

He’s expected to be a popular name during this month’s trade deadline as a versatile, well-rounded player who will fit any roster.

Olson is hitting .283 with 20 homers and 53 RBIs, again a centerpiece in the middle of the contending A’s lineup.

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