ATLANTA (WKRC) – Major League Baseball has revealed the striking uniforms that the Atlanta Braves and Cincinnati Reds will don for their historic matchup at Bristol Motor Speedway on August 2, during the MLB Speedway Classic.
The uniforms, which include accents to existing club jerseys, feature special designs on the cap visors and batting helmets. Both Nike jerseys maintain the traditional looks of the Braves and Reds while incorporating subtle touches that connect to the racing world. The core uniforms remain classic, with custom numbers on the jersey backs complemented by specially designed caps and helmets that pay tribute to motorsport design.
The jersey numbers are crafted in the spirit of racecar numbers, with bold outlines, shadowing, and movement that echo iconic car designs. Each team’s colors bring these numbers to life uniquely. New Era Cap, the longtime Official Cap of MLB, designed each team’s caps to reflect the motorsports theme. The Braves cap features flames on the top of the visor, while the Reds cap showcases checkered racing flags across its visor.
The Rawlings-produced helmets are a first for MLB, custom-designed for this special league event and inspired directly by NASCAR helmet design. These helmets feature race-style player numbers, speed-inspired wordmarks, and checkered flag emblems that connect back to each club’s identity.
Before the players take the field in these one-of-a-kind uniforms, Tim McGraw, Pitbull, and Jake Owen will headline a special pregame concert presented by T-Mobile 5G Home Internet adjacent to the field.