Braves Player and Wife Welcome Baby Boy — and They Chose a Familiar Name

The Atlanta Braves are celebrating a new addition to the household. Outfielder Michael Harris II and his spouse Esther have welcomed a new child boy.

Esther introduced the information with a submit on Instagram. She additionally revealed that they’d named the kid Michael Harris III.

“We are so thankful God chose us to be your mom and dad,” she wrote within the caption of her submit. “You are essentially the most good addition to our life.

“Our hearts are completely full in a way we’ve never known before. You are so loved, prayed for and deeply cherished. You are everything we dreamed of.”

Esther also posted a video on Instagram that confirmed a particular present from the staff. The Braves had despatched over a basket packed full of things for the household.

The first merchandise within the basket was a wee Braves jersey with “Harris II” on the title plate. This manner, little Michael might higher help his father. The basket additionally included a stuffed doll of Blooper, the staff mascot, some cookies, physique wash, a miniature foam tomahawk, and some Braves-branded onesies amongst different objects.

The beginning meant that Harris missed some temporary time whereas on paternity go away. He in the end returned and helped the Braves proceed with a busy spring schedule.

Harris returned to the outfield to proceed taking part in a key function on protection. He additionally continued to line up close to the highest of the batting order throughout every of the video games. He notably delivered 4 hits in 4 at-bat alternatives in opposition to the Dodgers on May 8. He then added another hit and an RBI the next day.

Harris II, now in his fifth season with the Braves, has accounted for 43 hits this season. He has scored 16 runs and accounted for 23 RBIs. He has hit seven dwelling runs.