The Atlanta Braves are thrilled to announce the return of veteran play-by-play announcer Chip Caray for his 18th season calling Braves baseball. Caray, who has been affiliated with the team since 1997, will be joined in the booth by Jeff Francoeur, a 12-year MLB veteran entering his fifth season as lead in-game analyst.
In addition to Caray and Francoeur, Treavor Scales will return as Braves LIVE host, wile former Braves all-star Brian Jordan will serve as an analyst on the pre and post game shows. Nick Green and Peter Moylan will also provide analysis for Braves LIVE. Rounding out the broadcast team is Paul Byrd and Kelly Crull as reporters.
Unfortunately, the 2020 season is tinged with sadness as longtime public announcer Casey Motter passed away earlier this week at the age of 59. Motter had been with the organization since 2003 and was beloved by fans for his energetic and entertaining style of announcing each game.
With a talented group of announcers in place, fans can rest assured that they’ll get an exciting and informative broadcast when tuning into any Atlanta Braves game this season.
Current Announcers for the Atlanta Braves
The Atlanta Braves announcers for the 2021 season are veteran play-by-play announcer Chip Caray and lead in-game analyst Jeff Francoeur. Chip Caray is entering his 18th season calling Braves baseball. He will be joined in the booth by Jeff Francoeur, a 12-year MLB veteran who is entering his fifth season as lead in-game analyst.
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Announcers of Bally Sports
The Bally Sports announcers are led by Chip Caray, the play-by-play announcer. Joining him are Jeff Francoeur, who serves as an analyst, Treavor Scales as Braves LIVE host, and Brian Jordan and Nick Green as Braves LIVE analysts. Additionally, Peter Moylan is a Braves LIVE analyst and Paul Byrd and Kelly Crull both serve as reporters with Crull occasionally filling in pre-game and post-game on Braves LIVE.
What Happened to the Atlanta Braves Announcers?
Casey Motter, the Atlanta Braves’ long-time public announcer, passed away in the early hours of Thursday morning. The club released a statement expressing their sorrow at his passing and noting that Motter had been a fixture of Braves games for over two decades. He was known for his enthusiasm and energy during each game, as well as his signature catchphrase, “Go Braves!” His presence will be deeply missed by the entire club.
Replacement for Charlie Morton on the Atlanta Braves
The Atlanta Braves will be replacing Charlie Morton with left-hander Tucker Davidson. Davidson made four starts for the club during the regular season and will be joining the Braves as Morton’s replacement.
Announcer at Truist Park
The announcer at Truist Park is Casey Motter. He has been the voice of the stadium since its opening in 2017. Motter is an experienced announcer, having served as the signature voice for stadiums across the United States, including Miller Park in Milwaukee and Great American Ballpark in Cincinnati.
In 2020, Motter returned to Truist Park with a significant investment in technology to make his booming voice available again as Casey Motter LEGACY on the BallparkDJ Order Page.
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Meet the Lady Behind Bally Sports
Brooke Fletcher is an on-air talent for Bally Sports, Apple TV+, and the Big Ten Network. She is a graduate of Auburn University and a former beauty pageant titleholder. Brooke hails from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and is known for her enthusiasm and knowledge of sports. She has been featured in several publications such as The Players’ Tribune, ESPN’s SEC Now, and CBS Sports HQ. In addition to her work on Bally Sports, she also makes appearances on various platforms including Facebook Live and YouTube Live.
The British Guy on the Braves Broadcast
Peter Moylan is the British guy on the Atlanta Braves broadcast. He joined the team as an analyst in 2018, after a 10-year career in Major League Baseball, mostly with the Braves. Moylan is known for his insight, humour and unique perspective on the game of baseball. He brings a wealth of knowledge to the broadcast team, and often provides thoughtful analysis on teams and players.
The Reasons Behind Fox’s Transition to Bally
The U.S. Department of Justice required Disney to divest its ownership of Bally Sports regional networks as a condition of teir acquisition of 21st Century Fox in 2019. As a result, Fox sold the networks to Diamond Sports Group, which then rebranded the networks as Bally Sports. The rebranding is intended to create a unified image for the regional sports networks, creating an identity that reflects both their local presence and national coverage across multiple teams and markets. Additionally, by unifying the brand under one name, it will create opportunities for further expansion and development in terms of content and production capabilities.
Casey’s Current Status as Braves Announcer
Sadly, Casey Motter, the beloved Braves announcer at Truist Park, passed away at the age of 54. Motter had been the voice of the Braves for many years, and his booming voice had become a familiar part of Braves games, with his signature line “Welcome to Truist Park, home of the Braves and the best MLB experience in baseball” welcoming fans to each game. He was well-loved by both fans and players alike, and will be greatly missed by all.
Is Jerome Jurenovich Still Part of the Atlanta Braves’ Broadcast Team?
No, Jerome Jurenovich is no longer on Braves Live. He announced his retirement from broadcasting on Thursday after four decades as a Bally Sports host for both the Atlanta Braves and the Atlanta Hawks. He will finish out the Braves season, then call it quits at age 62.
Do Braves Announcers Travel With the Team?
Yes, Braves announcers will be traveling with the team for the first time since 2019. They will be attending all road games this season, providing commentary and analysis of each game live from the stadium. The announcers will also be providing pre-game and post-game interviews with players and coaches, as well as behind-the-scenes coverage of the team on their travels.
Conclusion
The Atlanta Braves have a deep and diverse team of announcers for the upcoming season. Veteran play-by-play announcer Chip Caray returns for his 18th season, joined by Jeff Francoeur in the booth as the lead in-game analyst. Treavor Scales, Brian Jordan, Nick Green, Peter Moylan and Paul Byrd will also contribute to game coverage in various roles. Lastly, Kelly Crull will provide reporting and fill-in pre-game and post-game duties. Though the Braves are saddened by the passing of longtime public announcer Casey Motter, they look forward to an exciting upcoming season with their talented team of announcers.
