Truist Park

On November 11, 2013, the Braves announced that the franchise would leave Turner Field for a new park after the 2016 season.{{cite news|last=Bowman|first=Mark|title=Braves leaving Turner Field for Cobb County|url=http://m.braves.mlb.com/news/article/63830416/|publisher=Major League Baseball Advanced Media|date=November 11, 2013|access-date=October 6, 2016|archive-date=March 11, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170311213943/http://m.braves.mlb.com/news/article/63830416|url-status=dead}} Turner Field had been the home of the Braves since the 1997 season. It was originally built as Centennial Olympic Stadium for the 1996 Summer Olympics, but was designed from the ground up to be converted into a baseball-only stadium after the Olympics ended—even though this eliminated the possibility of its use for other events such as track and field. The stadium was owned by the Atlanta-Fulton County Recreation Authority (AFCRA) and leased to the Braves for twenty years. The Braves had full control over the ballpark's operations. Turner Field was a relatively new facility, younger than 13 of the other 29 major league stadiums, but there were numerous issues that led the Braves to seek a new ballpark.{{cite news|title=Atlanta Braves planning new suburban stadium to replace Turner Field|first=Paul|last=Newberry|url=http://www.ctvnews.ca/sports/atlanta-braves-planning-new-suburban-stadium-to-replace-turner-field-1.1538498|publisher=CTV News|date=November 11, 2013|access-date=August 9, 2016|agency=Associated Press|archive-date=June 25, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160625075930/http://www.ctvnews.ca/sports/atlanta-braves-planning-new-suburban-stadium-to-replace-turner-field-1.1538498|url-status=live}}

According to vice chairman John Schuerholz, Turner Field needed $350 million in renovations—$150 million for structural upkeep and $200 million to improve the fan experience. Braves executive vice president Mike Plant has stated that capital maintenance would be much less at the new stadium.{{cite news|title=Braves: We're Assuming Ultimate Risk|first=Dan|last=Klepal|url=http://www.myajc.com/news/news/local-govt-politics/braves-were-assuming-ultimate-risk/nfzdD/|newspaper=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution|date=May 20, 2014|access-date=May 20, 2014|archive-date=May 20, 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140520221217/http://www.myajc.com/news/news/local-govt-politics/braves-were-assuming-ultimate-risk/nfzdD/|url-status=live}} While Turner Field was designed from the ground up with the Braves in mind, Plant said that it would require higher capital maintenance costs because it was value-engineered for the 1996 Summer Olympics. This has led to higher capital maintenance costs in the long run. Plant estimates that capital maintenance costs at the new stadium will be no more than $80 million after 30 years – less than the $150 million in capital maintenance needed for Turner Field after 17 years.

Braves executives said that fans were unwilling to come to games in Turner Field's later years due to metro Atlanta's infamous traffic congestion. They also claimed that parking around the stadium is inadequate; Turner Field was under-served by about 5,000 parking spaces. In addition, Plant has noted the downtown location "doesn't match up with where the majority of our fans come from."{{cite news|title=Watching the Falcons Stadium Debate, the Braves Pursue Something Different |first=Jim |last=Galloway |url=http://blogs.ajc.com/political-insider-jim-galloway/2012/11/14/watching-the-falcons-stadium-debate-the-braves-pursue-something-different/ |newspaper=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution |date=November 14, 2012 |access-date=November 11, 2013 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131111180508/http://blogs.ajc.com/political-insider-jim-galloway/2012/11/14/watching-the-falcons-stadium-debate-the-braves-pursue-something-different/ |archive-date=November 11, 2013 }} Plant said that while the Braves operated Turner Field, they had no control over the commercial development around the stadium. Other baseball stadiums built in recent years have been accompanied by nearby shopping and entertainment.{{cite news|title=Braves Planning New Suburban Stadium in 2017|first=George|last=Henry|url=https://www.yahoo.com/news/braves-planning-suburban-stadium-2017-173335202--spt.html|publisher=Yahoo News|date=November 11, 2013|access-date=August 9, 2016|agency=Associated Press|archive-date=September 14, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160914174609/https://www.yahoo.com/news/braves-planning-suburban-stadium-2017-173335202--spt.html|url-status=live}}

According to Plant, the Braves entered talks with the recreational authority to extend the team's original lease in 2013, but those talks broke down. Atlanta mayor Kasim Reed said the city could not afford to support the kind of renovations the Braves desired, especially while already funding a new stadium for the National Football League's Atlanta Falcons (what became Mercedes-Benz Stadium).

In summer 2013, the Braves and the Cobb County Commission Chairman Tim Lee made a short list of possible locations in Cobb County. The location chosen for the park is next to the highway interchange between Interstate 75 and Interstate 285.{{cite news|title=Atlanta Braves Announce Plans to Move to New Stadium|url=https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/mlb/braves/2013/11/11/atlanta-braves-moving-new-stadium-cobb-county-turner-field/3494835/|newspaper=USA Today|date=November 11, 2013|access-date=November 11, 2013|archive-date=November 12, 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131112051650/http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/mlb/braves/2013/11/11/atlanta-braves-moving-new-stadium-cobb-county-turner-field/3494835/|url-status=live}} The Braves claim the location is "near the geographic center of the Braves' fan base."{{cite web|title=Overview|url=http://mlb.mlb.com/atl/ballpark/suntrust-park/overview/|publisher=Major League Baseball Advanced Media|access-date=March 17, 2015|archive-date=March 21, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150321151351/http://mlb.mlb.com/atl/ballpark/suntrust-park/overview/|url-status=live}} Braves officials announced that the park's capacity would be 41,149, which is approximately 8,000 fewer than Turner Field.{{cite web|title=Turner Field / Atlanta Braves|url=http://ballparkdigest.com/201204184748/major-league-baseball/visits/turner-field-atlanta-braves|work=Ballpark Digest|last=Reichard|first=Kevin|date=April 18, 2012|access-date=June 21, 2017|archive-date=October 14, 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131014051449/http://ballparkdigest.com/201204184748/major-league-baseball/visits/turner-field-atlanta-braves|url-status=live}}

In January 2017, the Braves announced that the new park would have more than 11,000 parking spaces owned or leased by the organization for game day.{{cite news|title=Update: Braves reveal more game day traffic plans, Waze partnership|first=Jacques|last=Couret|url=http://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/news/2017/01/19/braves-reveal-more-game-day-traffic-plans-waze.html|newspaper=Atlanta Business Chronicle|date=January 19, 2017|access-date=January 19, 2017|archive-date=January 21, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170121005945/http://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/news/2017/01/19/braves-reveal-more-game-day-traffic-plans-waze.html|url-status=live}} This is 2,500 more spaces than were available at Turner Field. The Braves further unveiled plans to launch a private shuttle service that will serve managed parking lots and key points of interest in metro Atlanta. The Braves also announced that Waze, the world's largest community-based traffic and navigation app, will collaborate with the Braves and Cobb to share data and real-time updates with fans and commuters. Truist Park features a designated ride sharing service drop-off/pick-up zone on Windy Ridge Parkway, adjacent to the ballpark.

In order to reduce traffic congestion, the Braves announced that games played Monday through Thursday would start at 7:30 pm.{{cite news|title=Update: Braves' traffic plan includes 7:30 starts|first=Ricky|last=Leroux|url=http://www.mdjonline.com/news/update-braves-traffic-plan-includes-starts/article_81bdadb0-598f-11e6-ad8c-a36e1369a59b.html|newspaper=The Marietta Daily Journal|date=August 3, 2016|access-date=August 8, 2016|archive-date=January 14, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200114163000/https://www.mdjonline.com/news/update-braves-traffic-plan-includes-starts/article_81bdadb0-598f-11e6-ad8c-a36e1369a59b.html|url-status=live}} Games at Turner Field started at 7 pm on those days. There are approximately 30,000 parking spaces within {{convert|2|mi}} of the stadium.{{cite news|title=Atlanta Braves Plan $400 Million Entertainment District Surrounding New Cobb Stadium|first1=Greg|last1=Bluestein|first2=Tim|last2=Tucker|url=http://www.ajc.com/news/business/atlanta-braves-plan-400-million-entertainment-dist/nbyxr/|newspaper=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution|date=November 20, 2013|access-date=November 20, 2013|archive-date=November 23, 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131123054433/http://www.ajc.com/news/business/atlanta-braves-plan-400-million-entertainment-dist/nbyxr/|url-status=live}}

The baseball stadium occupies {{convert|15|acres}} of a {{convert|60|acre|adj=on}} lot, with the remainder of the space devoted to parking, green space, and mixed-use development.{{cite news|title=Braves Plan to Build New Stadium in Cobb|first=Tim|last=Tucker|url=http://www.ajc.com/news/sports/baseball/braves-plan-to-build-new-stadium-in-cobb/nbpNQ/|newspaper=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution|date=November 11, 2013|access-date=November 11, 2013|archive-date=November 11, 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131111164924/http://www.ajc.com/news/sports/baseball/braves-plan-to-build-new-stadium-in-cobb/nbpNQ/|url-status=live}} Although the new stadium will be over {{convert|10|mi|km|0}} from the nearest train station, the Braves use a "circulator" bus system to shuttle fans to and from the stadium.

On July 8, 2015, the Braves announced an agreement for Atlanta-based Gas South to remain the official natural gas partner at Truist Park. Under the agreement, Gas South will receive prominent signage in the new ballpark, including a {{convert|75|foot|adj=on}} long "Bring the Heat" LED board in left field that will display pitching statistics and fan-friendly messaging throughout the game.{{Cite web|url=http://atlanta.braves.mlb.com/atl/ballpark/suntrust-park/news/press-materials/gas-south-named-official-natural-gas-provider-braves-070815/|title=Gas South named official natural gas provider of Atlanta Braves, SunTrust Park|date=July 8, 2015|publisher=Major League Baseball Advanced Media|access-date=March 14, 2016|archive-date=March 14, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160314235243/http://atlanta.braves.mlb.com/atl/ballpark/suntrust-park/news/press-materials/gas-south-named-official-natural-gas-provider-braves-070815/|url-status=dead}}

{{main|The Battery Atlanta}}

File:The Battery Atlanta high rises viewed from SunTrust Park, May 2017.jpg

On November 20, 2013, the Braves unveiled plans to build a $400 million entertainment district to surround the ballpark. The complex, called The Battery Atlanta, contains a mix of shops, dining, living and workspace in the area surrounding the ballpark.{{cite web|title=The Battery Atlanta - Official Site|url=http://batteryatl.com/|accessdate=August 3, 2016|archive-date=February 13, 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210213083504/https://batteryatl.com/|url-status=live}} It opened in stages starting in 2017.{{cite web |last1=Spedden |first1=Zach |title=Braves See Positive Results From SunTrust Park, The Battery Atlanta - Ballpark Digest |url=https://ballparkdigest.com/2017/07/19/braves-see-positive-results-from-suntrust-park-the-battery-atlanta/ |access-date=February 15, 2022 |date=July 19, 2017}}

The Braves chose Populous to design the new ballpark. Populous has designed 19 of the 30 Major League stadiums currently in use including Marlins Park, Target Field, and Yankee Stadium. The Braves picked Populous over HKS, Inc. who served as a consultant for the Braves prior to the selection of Populous.

On May 14, 2014, the Braves released the first renderings of the new stadium.{{cite news|title=Braves Release Renderings of New Cobb Ballpark|first=J. Scott|last=Trubey|url=http://www.ajc.com/news/news/braves-release-renderings-of-new-cobb-ballpark/nfwj8/|newspaper=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution|date=May 14, 2014|access-date=May 15, 2014|archive-date=May 16, 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140516060017/http://www.ajc.com/news/news/braves-release-renderings-of-new-cobb-ballpark/nfwj8/|url-status=live}} The ballpark has a southeast orientation.{{cite web|title=SunTrust Park Preview: Design, Highlights and More|url=http://ballparkdigest.com/2017/04/14/suntrust-park-preview-design-highlights-and-more/|work=Ballpark Digest|last=Reichard|first=Kevin|date=April 14, 2017|access-date=June 27, 2017|archive-date=June 22, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170622032151/http://ballparkdigest.com/2017/04/14/suntrust-park-preview-design-highlights-and-more/|url-status=live}} Two factors ended up determining the placement of the park: the topography of the land and the location of gas lines on the property. Before the ballpark was built a comprehensive sun study was conducted by the team and designers that determined the orientation would not be an issue. The ballpark cuts back into a rocky hill, where fans enter at midlevel and then walk down. The relatively tight site led to a design that's higher than the average MLB ballpark, with fans closer to the action than they were at Turner Field. In fact, the last seat in the upper deck is {{convert|21|ft}} closer than what it was at Turner.

A defining feature of the ballpark's design is its extensive use of brick, which reflects masonry patterns commonly seen in the Southeastern United States. Braves executive vice president of sales and marketing, Derek Schiller, described the exterior as having a sense of "timelessness". In addition to brick, the Braves incorporated pre-cast stone into the design. Schiller noted that this material creates the appearance of being "custom hand-laid" and is prominently featured at the stadium's entryways. He further explained that elements such as porches, canopies, varied angles, and trellises were intentionally integrated into the masonry, not only to provide shade but also to enhance the architectural warmth and scale of the structure.

Earl Santee, managing director of Populous, emphasized the importance of collaboration with the project's master planners. He stated that his team played a significant role in ensuring the ballpark seamlessly integrated with the surrounding development, which he considered crucial to the project's success. According to Santee, the result was "a fully integrated experience that's never been seen in baseball before."

On April 16, 2014, Atlanta Braves and Cobb County officials outlined the timetable for the new stadium's construction.{{cite news|title=Braves, Cobb Detail Stadium Construction Schedule Mode|first=Tim|last=Tucker|url=http://www.ajc.com/news/sports/baseball/braves-cobb-detail-stadium-schedule-in-rfp/nfbcF/|newspaper=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution|date=April 16, 2014|access-date=April 18, 2014|archive-date=April 17, 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140417004226/http://www.ajc.com/news/sports/baseball/braves-cobb-detail-stadium-schedule-in-rfp/nfbcF/|url-status=live}} Site clearing was scheduled to begin July 15, 2014 and complete by October 13, 2014. However, site clearing started ahead of schedule after the Cobb County commission vote on May 27, 2014.{{cite news|title=Cobb County Moving Quickly, Clearing Land for Braves Stadium|url=http://www.wsbtv.com/news/news/cobb-county-moving-quickly-clearing-area-braves-st/ngDHG/|work=WSB|location=Atlanta|date=June 3, 2014|access-date=June 4, 2014|archive-date=June 5, 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140605232844/http://www.wsbtv.com/news/news/cobb-county-moving-quickly-clearing-area-braves-st/ngDHG/|url-status=live}} The Atlanta Braves held a formal groundbreaking ceremony on September 16.{{cite news|title=Braves Plan Formal Ground-Breaking for Stadium This Month|first=Tim|last=Tucker|url=http://www.ajc.com/news/sports/baseball/braves-plan-formal-ground-breaking-for-stadium-thi/nhDdQ/|newspaper=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution|date=September 2, 2014|access-date=September 3, 2014|archive-date=September 4, 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140904011756/http://www.ajc.com/news/sports/baseball/braves-plan-formal-ground-breaking-for-stadium-thi/nhDdQ/|url-status=live}} The ceremony took place at the site near the northwest intersection of Interstates 75 and 285.

File:SunTrust Park under construction, July 11, 2015.JPG

In order to start construction three natural gas lines that ran under the property had to be moved.{{cite news|title=Braves Right on Schedule Mode|first=Jon|last=Gillooly|url=http://mdjonline.com/view/full_story/25237527/article-Braves-right-on-schedule/|newspaper=Marietta Daily Journal|date=June 5, 2014|access-date=June 5, 2014|archive-date=July 11, 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140711105554/http://mdjonline.com/view/full_story/25237527/article-Braves-right-on-schedule|url-status=live}} The high cost of moving the gas lines is one of the key reasons the land had not been developed. The cost to move the lines was $14 million.{{cite news|title=Braves Stadium Work Going Along to Game Plan|first=Ricky|last=Leroux|url=http://mdjonline.com/view/full_story/26034577/article-Braves-stadium-work-going-along-to-game-plan/|newspaper=Marietta Daily Journal|date=November 1, 2014|access-date=November 1, 2014|archive-date=November 1, 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141101214656/http://mdjonline.com/view/full_story/26034577/article-Braves-stadium-work-going-along-to-game-plan/|url-status=live}} The pipelines were moved to the perimeter. Two of the lines, which run about {{convert|8|ft}} underground, are owned by Colonial Pipeline Company, and the third belongs to Atlanta Gas Light Company. The project was completed in early November 2014.

In November 2014, workers started drilling the holes for the pylons around the outside perimeter of the stadium's footprint.{{cite news|title=Stadium Plans Going Smoothly; Final Cost Coming as Park's Design Finalized|first=Ricky|last=Leroux|url=http://mdjonline.com/bookmark/26203905-Stadium-plans-going-smoothly-Final-cost-coming-as-park-s-design-finalized|newspaper=Marietta Daily Journal|date=December 7, 2014|access-date=December 8, 2014|archive-date=December 13, 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141213104034/http://mdjonline.com/bookmark/26203905-Stadium-plans-going-smoothly-Final-cost-coming-as-park-s-design-finalized|url-status=live}} According to the Braves vice president of business operations Mike Plant, phase one of construction for both the stadium and mixed-use development began in November 2014 and included infrastructure for the site, such as sewer, water and electrical systems. The retention walls for the underground service level of the stadium were also built. The underground level will have a few hundred parking spaces for players, team doctors, clubhouse staff and management staff. By May 2015, crews had installed all the caissons to stabilize the foundation. With the caissons complete, the crews began to pour concrete for the decks.

On August 27, 2015, the Atlanta Braves held a ceremony for the first brick laid of 775,000 bricks that made up the main exterior at Truist Park.{{cite news|title=First brick set at SunTrust Park|first=Dan|last=Klepal|url=http://www.myajc.com/news/news/local-govt-politics/first-brick-set-at-suntrust-park/nnSGf/|newspaper=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution|date=August 27, 2015|access-date=August 29, 2015|archive-date=August 29, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150829213507/http://www.myajc.com/news/news/local-govt-politics/first-brick-set-at-suntrust-park/nnSGf/|url-status=live}} On hand for the ceremony were dignitaries from the Braves, Cobb County government, and ballpark sponsors. The first brick was laid by Eutis Morris, 83, who laid the first concrete block at Fulton County Stadium and placed the first and last bricks at Olympic Stadium, which later became Turner Field. Also laying bricks were former Atlanta Braves player Hank Aaron and the team's first baseman at the time Freddie Freeman. The team also sealed two time capsules. The capsules included a video of the ballpark ground breaking; parts of the Big Chicken; a 1948 World Series program; dirt from both older stadiums; a baseball signed by the 1995 championship team; and recordings from team broadcasters. These time capsules will be opened when the stadium is demolished.

File:SunTrust_Park,_construction,_July_2016.jpgIn June 2016, construction started on a pedestrian bridge to connect SunTrust Park with the Cobb Galleria.{{cite news|title=Construction starts on multi-use bridge to SunTrust Park|first=Carla|last=Caldwell|url=http://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/morning_call/2016/07/construction-starts-on-multi-use-bridge-to.html|newspaper=Atlanta Business Chronicle|date=July 5, 2016|access-date=August 10, 2016|archive-date=August 18, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160818141103/http://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/morning_call/2016/07/construction-starts-on-multi-use-bridge-to.html|url-status=live}} The bridge spans Interstate 285. To fund construction, Cobb county used $5 million given by the Cumberland Community Improvement District, about $4.5 million in federal grants, $380,000 from the Atlanta Braves and about $159,000 from a special taxing district in Cumberland created to help fund the new Braves stadium's construction.{{cite news|title=Construction on I-285 bridge to SunTrust Park underway|first=Ricky|last=Leroux|url=http://www.mdjonline.com/news/construction-on-i--bridge-to-suntrust-park-underway/article_27005fc0-3fff-11e6-82ab-237b9a272f0f.html|newspaper=Marietta Daily Journal|date=July 1, 2016|access-date=August 10, 2016|archive-date=January 14, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200114163014/https://www.mdjonline.com/news/construction-on-i--bridge-to-suntrust-park-underway/article_27005fc0-3fff-11e6-82ab-237b9a272f0f.html|url-status=live}}

In July 2016, the installation of the seats for the new ballpark started.{{cite news|title=SunTrust Park to light up soon|first=Ricky|last=Leroux|url=http://www.mdjonline.com/news/suntrust-park-to-light-up-soon/article_c716432e-56c2-11e6-a253-57268074789b.html|newspaper=The Marietta Daily Journal|date=July 30, 2016|access-date=August 15, 2016|archive-date=January 14, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200114163954/https://www.mdjonline.com/news/suntrust-park-to-light-up-soon/article_c716432e-56c2-11e6-a253-57268074789b.html|url-status=live}} Also, the installation of hundreds of LED lights were installed along the edge of the ballpark's canopy from the right-field foul pole to home plate. Additionally, a large, light-up tomahawk was installed. Meanwhile, the {{convert|108000|sqfoot|}} metal canopy that covers about 60 percent of these seats was completed. In August 2016, the canopy, lights and seating bowl were completed and the last crane remaining on the field area was removed.

In January 2017, most of the exterior work was complete.{{cite news|title=Braves start 2017 in Cobb County|first=Ricky|last=Leroux|url=http://www.mdjonline.com/news/braves-start-in-cobb-county/article_60588288-d155-11e6-b974-7365e035423e.html|newspaper=The Marietta Daily Journal|date=January 2, 2017|access-date=January 3, 2017|archive-date=January 14, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200114164008/https://www.mdjonline.com/news/braves-start-in-cobb-county/article_60588288-d155-11e6-b974-7365e035423e.html|url-status=live}} The team began moving out of Turner Field the day after the Braves' 2016 season ended, storing equipment temporarily at a warehouse. In December 2016, staffers began moving office equipment and furniture into the new ballpark, and on December 19, team employees began moving into their offices. The playing surface itself started to take shape. The drainage and irrigation systems were installed and covered with layers of gravel, sand and soil. The infield, pitcher's mound and warning track were formed in December 2016. The final layer of topsoil for the grass sod was installed in January.

The Braves received the certificate of occupancy for the entire ballpark on February 24, 2017.{{cite news|title=Braves get certificate of occupancy for SunTrust Park|first=Tim|last=Tucker|url=http://www.ajc.com/sports/baseball/braves-get-certificate-occupancy-for-suntrust-park/dtX3FRob4h4uCZnqrsxpAM/|newspaper=Atlanta Journal-Constitution|date=February 24, 2017|access-date=February 25, 2017|archive-date=February 26, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170226131053/http://www.ajc.com/sports/baseball/braves-get-certificate-occupancy-for-suntrust-park/dtX3FRob4h4uCZnqrsxpAM/|url-status=live}} With seats, video boards and most other elements already installed, the sod was one of the last missing pieces of the new ballpark.{{cite news|title='Sod goes in this week' at Braves' SunTrust Park|first=Tim|last=Tucker|url=http://www.ajc.com/sports/baseball/sod-goes-this-week-braves-suntrust-park/SvICobJWbC9CjSEybWHQUM/|newspaper=Atlanta Journal-Constitution|date=February 28, 2017|access-date=February 28, 2017|archive-date=March 1, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170301012822/http://www.ajc.com/sports/baseball/sod-goes-this-week-braves-suntrust-park/SvICobJWbC9CjSEybWHQUM/|url-status=live}} Workers began the installation of {{convert|109000|sqft}} of sod on March 4, 2017, a task that took two to three days to complete.

The 2017 Atlanta Braves season was the team's first in Truist Park. The Atlanta Braves defeated the New York Yankees 8–5 in an exhibition game on March 31, 2017, in their first game in the ballpark.{{cite news|title=Braves break in new ballpark with 8-5 win over Yankees|first=Dave|last=O'Brien|url=http://www.ajc.com/sports/baseball/braves-break-new-ballpark-with-win-over-yankees/IiwSEvdTwNb7aON319YxPP/|newspaper=Atlanta Journal-Constitution|date=March 31, 2017|access-date=April 2, 2017|archive-date=April 1, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170401051850/http://www.ajc.com/sports/baseball/braves-break-new-ballpark-with-win-over-yankees/IiwSEvdTwNb7aON319YxPP/|url-status=live}}

On January 25, 2017, the Braves announced that the University of Georgia and University of Missouri would play the first baseball game in Truist Park on April 8, 2017.{{cite news|title=Bulldogs, not Braves, get first regular-season game in SunTrust Park|first=Tim|last=Tucker|url=http://www.ajc.com/sports/baseball/bulldogs-not-braves-get-first-regular-season-game-suntrust-park/w6TUzJkZur6gkHvlqEuidI/|newspaper=Atlanta Journal-Constitution|date=January 25, 2017|access-date=April 2, 2017|archive-date=April 3, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170403014612/http://www.ajc.com/sports/baseball/bulldogs-not-braves-get-first-regular-season-game-suntrust-park/w6TUzJkZur6gkHvlqEuidI/|url-status=live}} The Georgia-Missouri game was also the first time the stadium was open to the general public. The teams drew in 33,025 spectators as Missouri beat Georgia 6–1.{{cite news|title=Georgia baseball loses to Missouri at SunTrust Park to drop series|first=Layne|last=Saliba|url=http://www.redandblack.com/sports/georgia-baseball-loses-to-missouri-at-suntrust-park-to-drop/article_2d602ce4-1ca7-11e7-9eb1-9b7ac2a251f3.html|newspaper=The Red & Black|date=April 8, 2017|access-date=April 8, 2017|archive-date=July 22, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170722002741/http://www.redandblack.com/sports/georgia-baseball-loses-to-missouri-at-suntrust-park-to-drop/article_2d602ce4-1ca7-11e7-9eb1-9b7ac2a251f3.html|url-status=live}} Missouri's Trey Harris hit the first home run.

The Braves' regular-season opener was held on April 14, 2017. During pregame ceremonies, the Braves unveiled the team's 10 retired numbers on a left-field facade, and seven of the 10 individuals represented—Hank Aaron, Bobby Cox, Tom Glavine, Chipper Jones, Dale Murphy, Phil Niekro, and John Smoltz—took part in the festivities.{{cite news|title=Braves greats help celebrate opening of new SunTrust Park|first=Charles|last=Odum|url=https://www.apnews.com/fa5283f7660842e9a8db02d0a488ca58|date=April 14, 2017|access-date=April 17, 2017|work=Associated Press|archive-date=April 18, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170418083207/https://www.apnews.com/fa5283f7660842e9a8db02d0a488ca58|url-status=live}} The ceremonial first pitch was thrown by Aaron, with Cox serving as catcher. Aaron had also thrown the ceremonial first pitch for the Braves' first and last games at Turner Field. The Braves would defeat the San Diego Padres 5–2.{{cite news|title=Braves' Inciarte homers again on night of firsts at new park|first=Michael|last=Cunningham|url=http://www.ajc.com/sports/baseball/braves-inciarte-homers-again-night-firsts-new-park/3hGsDdJ5vHf1Hqsf2gZAJJ/|newspaper=Atlanta Journal-Constitution|date=April 15, 2017|access-date=April 17, 2017|archive-date=April 18, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170418083536/http://www.ajc.com/sports/baseball/braves-inciarte-homers-again-night-firsts-new-park/3hGsDdJ5vHf1Hqsf2gZAJJ/|url-status=live}} Braves center fielder Ender Inciarte recorded the first out, first hit, first run, and first home run in the new ballpark. Starting pitcher Julio Teherán, who earned the final win at Turner Field, earned the first win at the new park.

In 2014, Atlanta-based SunTrust Banks bought the initial naming rights to the stadium for 25 years.{{cite news|title=Braves' New Stadium to Be Named SunTrust Park|first=J. Scott|last=Trubey|url=http://www.ajc.com/news/business/braves-new-stadium-to-be-named-suntrust-park/nhNc4/|newspaper=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution|date=September 16, 2014|access-date=September 16, 2014|archive-date=September 19, 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140919030919/http://www.ajc.com/news/business/braves-new-stadium-to-be-named-suntrust-park/nhNc4/|url-status=live}} In February 2019, SunTrust Banks announced a merger with BB&T to create what would become Truist Financial; Braves officials stated that the SunTrust Park name would remain in place during the 2019 season.{{cite news |last1=Tucker |first1=Tim |title=When will SunTrust Park get a name change? |url=https://www.ajc.com/sports/baseball/when-will-suntrust-park-get-name-change/3lwkUdoJf3A48I00YqkfVI/ |access-date=March 24, 2019 |work=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution |date=March 22, 2019 |archive-date=March 23, 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190323125028/https://www.ajc.com/sports/baseball/when-will-suntrust-park-get-name-change/3lwkUdoJf3A48I00YqkfVI/ |url-status=live }} On January 8, 2020, crews began removing SunTrust Park signs from the stadium.{{Cite web|last=Jones|first=Tom|title='SunTrust Park' signs removed from Braves' stadium|url=https://www.wsbtv.com/news/local/cobb-county/suntrust-park-signs-removed-braves-stadium/ENWGR4CLINF7VE4PQILARRGXGM/|access-date=April 23, 2021|website=WSB-TV Channel 2 - Atlanta|date=January 9, 2020|language=en|archive-date=February 21, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200221145617/https://www.wsbtv.com/news/local/cobb-county/suntrust-park-signs-removed-braves-stadium/ENWGR4CLINF7VE4PQILARRGXGM/|url-status=live}} On January 14, 2020, the Braves and Truist Financial formally announced that the ballpark's name would change to Truist Park.{{cite news |last1=Bowman |first1=Mark |title=Braves unveil Truist Park as new stadium name |url=https://www.mlb.com/braves/news/braves-options-to-replace-josh-donaldson |access-date=January 15, 2020 |work=MLB.com |date=January 14, 2020 |archive-date=January 15, 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200115044334/https://www.mlb.com/braves/news/braves-options-to-replace-josh-donaldson |url-status=live }}

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The ballpark features an intimate configuration, placing a higher percentage of seats in close proximity to the field than any other ball park in Major League Baseball.{{cite web|title=Renderings|url=http://mlb.mlb.com/atl/ballpark/suntrust-park/renderings/development-renderings/|publisher=Major League Baseball Advanced Media|access-date=March 17, 2015|archive-date=March 22, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150322141340/http://mlb.mlb.com/atl/ballpark/suntrust-park/renderings/development-renderings/|url-status=live}}{{cite news|title=Braves Stadium Construction Triggers New Mixed-Use Projects|first=Christopher|last=Seward|url=http://www.ajc.com/news/business/braves-stadium-project-triggering-new-mixed-use-pr/nhfMG/|newspaper=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution|date=October 8, 2014|access-date=March 17, 2015|archive-date=March 20, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150320015608/http://www.ajc.com/news/business/braves-stadium-project-triggering-new-mixed-use-pr/nhfMG/|url-status=live}} Braves executive vice president of sales and marketing Derek Schiller stated that the seating bowl is aimed at putting fans closer to the action,{{cite news|title=Falcons, Braves Stadium Designs Advance Ballpark|first=Tim|last=Tucker|url=http://www.myajc.com/news/sports/falcons-braves-stadium-designs-advance/ngNkF/|newspaper=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution|date=June 20, 2014|access-date=June 21, 2014|archive-date=June 24, 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140624054824/http://www.myajc.com/news/sports/falcons-braves-stadium-designs-advance/ngNkF/|url-status=live}} not by reducing the amount of foul territory, but with cantilever designs that push the middle and upper bowls toward the field. The ballpark will also include a {{convert|90|ft}} wide canopy horseshoeing around the stadium's top and air conditioning on every level to ensure that fans remain cool on hot summer days. The existing topography of the property has been integrated into the design. The Braves are using LED lights for the stadium.{{cite news|title=Construction of SunTrust Park enters next phase|first=Marcy|last=Williams|url=http://www.ajc.com/news/news/local/construction-suntrust-park-enters-next-phase/nk8YM/|newspaper=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution|date=May 4, 2015|access-date=May 4, 2015|archive-date=May 5, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150505040611/http://www.ajc.com/news/news/local/construction-suntrust-park-enters-next-phase/nk8YM/|url-status=live}} LED lights provide better quality for fans in the stands and watching on TV. LED lights will also reduce the time it takes to restore lighting in case of a power outage.

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File:SunTrust Park batter's eye, May 2017.jpg. Evergreen trees are planted below the video board.]]

Beyond the center-field wall, the batter's eye area at Truist Park features three evergreen trees, creating a natural backdrop for hitters.{{cite news|title=LEADOFF: Water feature, trees behind center field in SunTrust Park|first=Tim|last=Tucker|url=http://www.ajc.com/sports/baseball/leadoff-water-feature-trees-behind-center-field-suntrust-park/1VDUJhsEYVx1xMAgHo7j9M/|newspaper=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution|date=March 22, 2017|access-date=March 22, 2017|archive-date=March 23, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170323142819/http://www.ajc.com/sports/baseball/leadoff-water-feature-trees-behind-center-field-suntrust-park/1VDUJhsEYVx1xMAgHo7j9M/|url-status=live}} Reports indicate that the Braves took inspiration for this design from a similar setup at Coors Field, home of the Colorado Rockies. The area also includes boulders and a waterfall, commonly known as Chattahoochee Falls.[https://www.cbs46.com/news/braves-dominate-phillies-in-8-1-win-for-home-opener/article_68850738-9956-11eb-956e-e3a4ff74e1bf.html Braves dominate Phillies in 8-1 win for home opener] A fountain within the feature sends streams of water up to {{convert|50|ft}} into the air toward the main video board, activating in celebration of Braves home runs and victories.{{cite news|title=A look inside the Braves' clubhouse and other areas of SunTrust Park|first=Tim|last=Tucker|url=http://www.myajc.com/sports/baseball/look-inside-the-braves-clubhouse-and-other-areas-suntrust-park/34rBlTRlQMQCRX3YUoWp6J/|newspaper=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution|date=March 28, 2017|access-date=March 28, 2017|archive-date=March 29, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170329142503/http://www.myajc.com/sports/baseball/look-inside-the-braves-clubhouse-and-other-areas-suntrust-park/34rBlTRlQMQCRX3YUoWp6J/|url-status=live}}

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Truist Park includes expanded protective netting to guard against foul balls.{{cite news|title=Protective netting will be expanded at SunTrust Park|first=Tim|last=Tucker|url=http://www.ajc.com/sports/baseball/protective-netting-will-expanded-suntrust-park/O4QTNdlglJ4l5IF2AiwkEN/|newspaper=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution|date=February 23, 2017|access-date=February 23, 2017|archive-date=February 24, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170224060516/http://www.ajc.com/sports/baseball/protective-netting-will-expanded-suntrust-park/O4QTNdlglJ4l5IF2AiwkEN/|url-status=live}} According to Braves field director Ed Mangan, the netting extends 145 feet (44 m) down the third-base line and 149 feet (45 m) down the first-base line. While this coverage surpasses that of the team's former home, Turner Field, the netting itself is slightly shorter, measuring 31.5 feet (9.6 m) in height compared to Turner Field's 35 feet (11 m). Braves president Derek Schiller explained that this height difference results from the ballpark's structural design and the placement of the cables supporting the screen. Schiller also noted that advancements in protective netting technology have allowed for thinner yet stronger materials, which, he stated, "cover the most number of seats with the least view issues as possible."

The Braves chose Seashore Paspalum, Platinum TE as the grass for their stadium. In 2012, they had previously replaced the Tifway 419 hybrid Bermuda grass in Turner Field's infield with paspalum, aiming to create a slower playing surface that would benefit their infielders. However, the Bermuda grass remained in the outfield, while foul territory areas were also converted to paspalum. At Truist Park, paspalum covers the entire playing field. This grass variety is commonly used on coastal golf courses and can also be found at Minute Maid Park.

Ahead of the 2023 Major League Baseball season, the Braves changed to a hybrid Bermuda overseed with perennial Ryegrass.{{Cite web |url=https://www.mlb.com/press-release/press-release-what-s-new-at-truist-park-and-the-battery-atlanta-for-2023 |title=What's new at Truist Park and The Battery Atlanta for 2023 |date=March 28, 2023 |website=mlb.com |access-date=April 19, 2024}}

Unlike Turner Field, Truist Park does not have a stand-alone Braves museum. However, a well-appointed space in the main concourse behind home plate, Monument Garden, displays many highlights of franchise history. The Monument Garden features audio, light and water elements. The Braves partnered with Atlanta-based A-R-T & Associates to create a visual experience for Braves fans.{{cite news|title=Atlanta Braves to feature 300-piece art installation at SunTrust Park|first=Phil|last=Hudson|url=http://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/news/2017/03/22/atlanta-braves-to-feature-300-piece-art.html|newspaper=Atlanta Business Chronicle|date=March 22, 2017|access-date=March 22, 2017|archive-date=March 23, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170323053042/http://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/news/2017/03/22/atlanta-braves-to-feature-300-piece-art.html|url-status=live}} The baseball-centric artwork highlights nostalgic moments throughout Braves franchise history. The 300-piece installation consists largely of original artwork ranging from portraits to action scenes, and complemented by macro photography, oversized vintage baseball cards and a LEGO brick mosaic. The Braves took memorabilia from the Ivan Allen Jr. Braves Museum & Hall of Fame at Turner Field and incorporated it throughout the ballpark.

The focal point of Monument Garden is a statue of Hank Aaron. The statue was created and unveiled by Atlanta-based artist Ross Rossin.{{cite news|title=Nine-foot-tall Hank Aaron statue is 'fitting'|first=Tim|last=Tucker|url=http://www.myajc.com/sports/baseball/nine-foot-tall-hank-aaron-statue-fitting/0TlNJKuFo7YC8XB0D1z69H/|newspaper=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution|date=March 29, 2017|access-date=March 30, 2017|archive-date=March 31, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170331031720/http://www.myajc.com/sports/baseball/nine-foot-tall-hank-aaron-statue-fitting/0TlNJKuFo7YC8XB0D1z69H/|url-status=live}} The statue captures the moment on April 8, 1974, at Atlanta-Fulton County Stadium when Aaron broke Babe Ruth's long-standing 714 career home-run record. Behind the statue is a sculpture made of 755 baseball bats in honor of Aaron's career home-run total. A video screen plays an Aaron biography. Other statues will be placed throughout the stadium. The bat and ball from his 715th home run are displayed in the Hank Aaron Terrace above left field.

On April 13, 2017, the Braves unveiled a statue of former manager Bobby Cox.{{cite news|title=Bobby Cox built Braves first time, was right man to honor with statue|first=Jeff|last=Schultz|url=http://www.myajc.com/sports/baseball/bobby-cox-built-braves-first-time-was-right-man-honor-with-statue/x3OkwdFH00WhLvZpo3e51H/|newspaper=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution|date=April 13, 2017|access-date=April 18, 2017|archive-date=April 19, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170419003209/http://www.myajc.com/sports/baseball/bobby-cox-built-braves-first-time-was-right-man-honor-with-statue/x3OkwdFH00WhLvZpo3e51H/|url-status=live}} The new statue joined two other statues outside the ballpark featuring legends of the Braves franchise. The other statues include Warren Spahn and Phil Niekro.

The stadium is equipped with a Wi-Fi network that on an average gameday can support 10,000-14,000 concurrent users access.{{cite web|title=Creating SunTrust Park Spaces With Tech, Social Media|url=http://ballparkdigest.com/2017/08/10/creating-suntrust-park-spaces-with-tech-social-media/|work=Ballpark Digest|last=Reichard|first=Kevin|date=August 10, 2017|access-date=August 16, 2017|archive-date=August 15, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170815063219/http://ballparkdigest.com/2017/08/10/creating-suntrust-park-spaces-with-tech-social-media/|url-status=live}} The system is robust enough for everyone in a sold-out ballpark to simultaneously post a selfie. On a Friday or Saturday with big crowds, the system reaches 8.3 terabits of data. The stadium features {{convert|250|mi}} of single mode fiber optic lines, {{convert|500|mi}} of CAT6A lines, and 1,350 802.11ac access points: 900 in the ballpark, 450 in the adjacent Battery. There are 1,350 Panasonic televisions that are installed throughout the ballpark.

After the new stadium was announced, citizens organized campaigns both supporting and opposing the plan, which was made public only two weeks before the Cobb County Commission voted. More than 80% of county residents supported delaying the vote.{{cite news|title=81 Percent of Cobb Voters Want to Delay Braves Decision, Poll Says|first=Jim|last=Galloway|url=http://www.ajc.com/weblogs/political-insider/2013/nov/22/your-daily-jolt-81-percent-cobb-voters-want-delay-/|newspaper=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution|date=November 22, 2013|access-date=November 22, 2013|archive-date=November 25, 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131125155142/http://www.ajc.com/weblogs/political-insider/2013/nov/22/your-daily-jolt-81-percent-cobb-voters-want-delay-/|url-status=live}} Cobb Chairman Tim Lee and Commissioner Helen Goreham insisted that vote could not be delayed because it would threaten the stadium's timeline.{{cite news|title=Cobb Officials: No Time to Delay Cobb-Braves Stadium Deal Vote|first=Maggie|last=Lee|url=https://creativeloafing.com/content-217604-cobb-officials-no-time-to-delay-cobb-braves-stadium-deal|newspaper=Creative Loafing|date=November 22, 2013|access-date=May 15, 2014|archive-date=November 26, 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131126055222/http://clatl.com/freshloaf/archives/2013/11/22/cobb-officials-no-time-to-delay-cobb-braves-stadium-deal-vote|url-status=live}}

An InsiderAdvantage/FOX 5 poll released on November 25, 2013, showed that 59% of registered voters in Cobb County favored building a new stadium for the Braves.{{cite news|title=Cobb Voters Support Braves Move-- But Not Spending Tax Dollars |url=http://www.myfoxatlanta.com/story/23943320/poll-cobb-voters-braves |work=WAGA |location=Atlanta |date=November 25, 2013 |access-date=May 15, 2014 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140517164427/http://www.myfoxatlanta.com/story/23943320/poll-cobb-voters-braves |archive-date=May 17, 2014 }} However, support fell to 30% of Cobb County voters when they were asked if they'd support funding the stadium with Cobb County tax dollars, with 56% opposed and 14% undecided. On September 8, 2014, the University of Florida's Department of Tourism, Recreation and Sports Management released the first independent scientific poll on Cobb residents' attitude toward the public investment in the stadium.{{cite news|title=Poll Finds Slim Majority Would Have Supported Braves Stadium|first=Dan|last=Klepal|url=http://www.ajc.com/news/news/local-govt-politics/poll-finds-slim-majority-would-have-supported-brav/nhJMs/|newspaper=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution|date=September 18, 2014|access-date=September 9, 2014|archive-date=September 11, 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140911011935/http://www.ajc.com/news/news/local-govt-politics/poll-finds-slim-majority-would-have-supported-brav/nhJMs/|url-status=live}} The survey found that 55% of the survey respondents would have supported the stadium in a referendum.

Two weeks after the Atlanta Braves announced the new stadium project, the Cobb County Commission held a public hearing to vote on whether to approve the plan.{{cite news|title=Cobb Commissioners Approve Partial Funding for Future Braves Stadium|first1=Katie|last1=Leslie|first2=Tim|last2=Tucker|url=http://www.ajc.com/news/news/cobb-commissioners-set-to-vote-at-7-pm-meeting-on-/nb5MZ/|newspaper=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution|date=November 26, 2013|access-date=May 16, 2014|archive-date=May 23, 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140523174626/http://www.ajc.com/news/news/cobb-commissioners-set-to-vote-at-7-pm-meeting-on-/nb5MZ/|url-status=live}} Residents who both supported and opposed the plan began crowding into the meeting hall hours before the 7 p.m. hearing was to begin, many sporting "Cobb: Home of the Braves" T-shirts. After a one-hour public comment on the new stadium project, the Cobb County Commission voted 4–1 to approve a memorandum of understanding with the Atlanta Braves. On May 27, 2014, the Cobb County commissioners voted unanimously, 5–0, on the operating agreement that bound the county to borrow up to $397 million to build the new stadium.{{cite news|title=Cobb Commissioners Approve Braves Stadium Deal|first1=Dan|last1=Klepal|first2=Brad|last2=Schrade|url=http://www.ajc.com/news/news/cobb-commissioners-set-to-vote-on-braves-stadium-a/nf729/|newspaper=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution|date=May 27, 2014|access-date=May 28, 2014|archive-date=May 28, 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140528052506/http://www.ajc.com/news/news/cobb-commissioners-set-to-vote-on-braves-stadium-a/nf729/|url-status=live}}

Retired businessman Larry Savage, attorney Tucker Hobgood, and Austell resident Rich Pellegrino filed notices of appeal with the Georgia Supreme Court, to argue against issuance of the bonds. Attorneys Lesly Gaynor Murray and Blake Sharpton of law firm Butler Snow, the county's bond counsel, represented Cobb in the Supreme Court. The appeal was heard by the Georgia Supreme Court in February 2015. On June 29, 2015, the Georgia Supreme Court unanimously upheld the bond authorization.{{cite news|title=Georgia Supreme Court: Braves bonds are valid|first=Dan|last=Klepal|url=http://www.ajc.com/news/news/local-govt-politics/georgia-supreme-court-braves-bonds-are-valid/nmncy/|newspaper=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution|date=June 29, 2015|access-date=June 30, 2015|archive-date=July 1, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150701181316/http://www.ajc.com/news/news/local-govt-politics/georgia-supreme-court-braves-bonds-are-valid/nmncy/|url-status=live}} The failed appeal represented the last legal challenge to the SunTrust Park project.

In July 2016, Cobb County commissioner Tim Lee lost his bid for re-election to challenger Mike Boyce.{{cite news |title=What led to Tim Lee's defeat in Cobb County?|first=Kaitlyn|last=Ross|url=http://www.11alive.com/news/local/what-led-to-tim-lees-defeat-in-cobb-county/282687377|newspaper=11 Alive|date=July 27, 2016|access-date=August 9, 2016}} Boyce had called the election a delayed referendum on the stadium deal, but Lee pointed to four other commissioners who were re-elected promoting the Braves.

The ballpark opened to positive reviews. Woody Studenmund of the Hardball Times called the park a "gem" and he was impressed with "the compact beauty of the stadium and its exciting approach to combining baseball, business and social activities."{{cite news|title=Atlanta's SunTrust Park: The First of a New Generation?|first=Woody|last=Studenmund|url=http://www.hardballtimes.com/atlantas-suntrust-park-the-first-of-a-new-generation/|work=Hardball Times|date=May 3, 2017|access-date=August 26, 2017|archive-date=August 26, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170826234732/http://www.hardballtimes.com/atlantas-suntrust-park-the-first-of-a-new-generation/|url-status=live}} J.J. Cooper of Baseball America praised the "excellent sight lines for pretty much every seat."{{cite news|title=Braves' New Ballpark Has All Modern Touches, But It's What Surrounds SunTrust Park That Makes It Stand Out|first=J.J.|last=Cooper|url=http://www.baseballamerica.com/business/beyond-gates-atlanta-braves-new-ballpark-modern-touches-surrounds-suntrust-park-makes-stand|work=Baseball America|date=May 2, 2017|access-date=August 26, 2017|archive-date=August 27, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170827013014/http://www.baseballamerica.com/business/beyond-gates-atlanta-braves-new-ballpark-modern-touches-surrounds-suntrust-park-makes-stand/|url-status=live}} Cooper also noted that "the Wi-Fi works and it's very fast, even with a park full of smartphone users."

For the first half of the opening season many believed that the new ballpark favored hitters.{{cite news|title=SunTrust Park new Launching Pad for battered Braves pitchers|url=https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/mlb/2017/05/08/suntrust-park-new-launching-pad-for-battered-braves-pitchers/101435240/|newspaper=USA Today|date=May 8, 2017|access-date=August 26, 2017|archive-date=August 26, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170826234338/https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/mlb/2017/05/08/suntrust-park-new-launching-pad-for-battered-braves-pitchers/101435240/|url-status=live}} Fox Sports South announcer Chip Caray speculated that the park favored hitters because "it's a vacuum."{{cite tweet |user=kapaya1234 |author-link=Chip Caray |number=860699120230682624 |date=May 5, 2017 |title=Direction of park has made no difference b/c it circulates OUT....its a vacuum.}} In May 2017, Braves manager Brian Snitker said, "Everybody is going to like hitting here, not just left-handers."{{cite news|title=Braves believe new ballpark favors hitters|first=Michael|last=Cunningham|url=http://www.ajc.com/sports/baseball/braves-believe-new-ballpark-favors-hitters/knEo5L5DvlkzRJLcHje7iP/|newspaper=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution|date=May 3, 2017|access-date=August 26, 2017|archive-date=August 26, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170826194158/http://www.ajc.com/sports/baseball/braves-believe-new-ballpark-favors-hitters/knEo5L5DvlkzRJLcHje7iP/|url-status=live}} Despite the speculation, Truist Park is slightly favoring pitchers according to MLB park factors.{{cite web|title=MLB Park Factors - 2017|url=http://www.espn.com/mlb/stats/parkfactor|publisher=ESPN|access-date=August 26, 2017|archive-date=August 29, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170829235035/http://www.espn.com/mlb/stats/parkfactor|url-status=live}}

Truist Park has also hosted other non-baseball events such as a college football game on November 17, 2018, between Kennesaw State University and Jacksonville State University.{{cite news|last=Culpepper|first=JuliaKate|url=https://www.ajc.com/sports/observations-from-kennesaw-state-five-overtime-win-over-jacksonville-state/bNc3KseWyf7VCcbTgCmHAJ/|title=5 observations from Kennesaw State's five-OT win over Jacksonville State|date=November 17, 2018|work=Atlanta Journal-Constitution|access-date=November 18, 2018|archive-date=November 18, 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20181118081531/https://www.ajc.com/sports/observations-from-kennesaw-state-five-overtime-win-over-jacksonville-state/bNc3KseWyf7VCcbTgCmHAJ/|url-status=live}} The ballpark has served as a concert venue for numerous musical acts such as Lady Gaga, Metallica, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Billy Joel.{{cite news|title=CONCERT REVIEW: Lady Gaga covers gamut of emotions at Truist Park|first=Rodney|last=Ho|url=https://www.ajc.com/life/radiotvtalk-blog/concert-review-lady-gaga-covers-gamut-of-emotions-at-truist-park/APLJVPVKLVBSLMPYTK4FOXA7D4/|newspaper=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution|date=August 27, 2022|access-date=June 16, 2023}}{{cite news|title=Billy Joel gives master class in pop music at first SunTrust Park show|first=Melissa|last=Ruggieri|url=http://music.blog.ajc.com/2017/04/29/concert-review-and-photos-billy-joel-gives-master-class-in-pop-music-at-first-suntrust-park-show/|newspaper=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution|date=April 29, 2017|access-date=April 29, 2017|archive-date=April 29, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170429131905/http://music.blog.ajc.com/2017/04/29/concert-review-and-photos-billy-joel-gives-master-class-in-pop-music-at-first-suntrust-park-show/|url-status=live}}{{cite news|title=Billy Joel concert at SunTrust Park in Atlanta grosses $4.6 million|first=Phil|last=Hudson|url=http://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/news/2017/05/03/billy-joel-concert-at-suntrust-park-in-atlanta.html|newspaper=Atlanta Business Chronicle|date=May 3, 2017|access-date=May 3, 2017|archive-date=May 11, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170511123836/http://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/news/2017/05/03/billy-joel-concert-at-suntrust-park-in-atlanta.html|url-status=live}}{{cite news |title=Metallica to play SunTrust Park|first=Phillip|last=Kish|url=http://www.11alive.com/news/metallica-to-play-suntrust-park/407884054|newspaper=11 Alive|date=February 13, 2017|access-date=April 29, 2017}}

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