Matt Olson is an American professional baseball first baseman for the Atlanta Braves, recognized for his power hitting and elite defense. Drafted by the Oakland Athletics in the first round of the 2012 MLB draft out of Parkview High School in Georgia, he debuted in the majors in 2016 and played six seasons in Oakland before being traded to Atlanta in March 2022. This tag page collects news, articles, interviews, and updates covering his major league career, including three Gold Glove Awards, a Silver Slugger Award, four Fielding Bible Awards, three All-Star selections, his 2023 major league lead in home runs and runs batted in, and his ongoing role as a foundational piece of the Braves.
