Bristol Motor Speedway, famed for its NASCAR roots, added another chapter to its wild history this weekend—hosting its first-ever Major League Baseball game. The Atlanta Braves and Cincinnati Reds squared off Saturday night in the MLB Speedway Classic presented by BuildSubmarines.com.

 

 

Key Points

• Record Crowd: 85,000+ fans packed the track, breaking a 70-year MLB attendance record.

• Rain Delay Drama: Game started at 9:41 p.m. after 2-hour delay; Braves won 4–2 following a Sunday resume.

• Show-Stopping Style: Reds wore Rusty Wallace and “Talladega Nights”-inspired gear; players paraded NASCAR-style pregame.

MLB meets NASCAR at Bristol Motor Speedway during historic Braves-Reds matchup.

 

Years in the making, the event could fuel more crossover events at Bristol. Speedway officials hinted NHL scouts were in the crowd. Could puck be next after pitch?

 

Catch our full recap and hear fan reactions on My Car Show Radio!

 

 

 

Tags: MLB, Braves, Reds, Bristol Motor Speedway, Baseball at Race Track, Sports Crossover