[Congressional Bills 117th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Res. 445 Agreed to Senate (ATS)]

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117th CONGRESS
  1st Session
S. RES. 445

  Congratulating the Atlanta Braves for winning the 2021 Major League 
   Baseball World Series and honoring the life of Henry Louis Aaron.


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                   IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

                            November 4, 2021

   Mr. Ossoff (for himself and Mr. Warnock) submitted the following 
             resolution; which was considered and agreed to

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                               RESOLUTION


 
  Congratulating the Atlanta Braves for winning the 2021 Major League 
   Baseball World Series and honoring the life of Henry Louis Aaron.

Whereas, on November 2, 2021, the Atlanta Braves (referred to in this preamble 
        as the ``Braves'') defeated the American League Champions, the Houston 
        Astros, by 4 games to 2 to win the 2021 Major League Baseball World 
        Series in 6 games;
Whereas this victory marks the fourth Major League Baseball World Series 
        championship for the Braves franchise and their first Major League 
        Baseball World Series championship since 1995;
Whereas, in overcoming Ronald Acuna, Jr.'s heartbreaking knee injury in July 
        2021 to win a Major League Baseball World Series championship, the 
        Braves demonstrated resilience, perseverance, and grit;
Whereas, during the 2021 playoffs, the Braves defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 
        and the Milwaukee Brewers to make their first Major League Baseball 
        World Series appearance in 22 years;
Whereas the Braves were considered underdogs against the Los Angeles Dodgers in 
        the 2021 National League Championship Series, but the Braves still 
        prevailed through heart and athleticism;
Whereas Eddie Rosario was named Most Valuable Player of the 2021 National League 
        Championship Series;
Whereas the Braves have won 4 consecutive National League East division titles;
Whereas the Braves exhibited outstanding skill and ability to attain an 88-73 
        record in the 2021 Major League Baseball season;
Whereas the Braves recognized baseball legends Hank Aaron and Phil Niekro during 
        the 2021 Major League Baseball season;
Whereas, during Hank Aaron Weekend from July 30 to August 1, 2021, fans of the 
        Braves and members of the Atlanta community honored the legacy of Hall 
        of Fame member Henry Louis Aaron, who set records and achieved career 
        highlights while bravely facing racism during his career;
Whereas General Manager and President of Baseball Operations of the Braves, Alex 
        Anthopoulos, and the front office and the supporting staff of the Braves 
        navigated an exemplary season and made tremendous decisions to assemble 
        the 2021 World Series Champions;
Whereas Manager of the Braves, Brian Snitker, and the coaching staff, clubhouse, 
        and the supporting staff of the Braves managed the 2021 Major League 
        Baseball season, invested in their players, and should be congratulated;
Whereas the Houston Astros displayed teamwork, competitive spirit, and 
        sportsmanship in the 2021 Major League Baseball World Series as they 
        faced the Braves;
Whereas the entire roster for the Braves of the 2021 season proved to be 
        instrumental in the victory and included--

    (1) Ian Anderson;

    (2) Jesse Chavez;

    (3) Tucker Davidson;

    (4) Grant Dayton;

    (5) Jasseel De La Cruz;

    (6) Max Fried;

    (7) Luke Jackson;

    (8) Dylan Lee;

    (9) Yoan Lopez;

    (10) Chris Martin;

    (11) Tyler Matzek;

    (12) A.J. Minter;

    (13) Charlie Morton;

    (14) Kyle Muller;

    (15) Sean Newcomb;

    (16) Richard Rodriguez;

    (17) Will Smith;

    (18) Drew Smyly;

    (19) Mike Soroka;

    (20) Spencer Strider;

    (21) Josh Tomlin;

    (22) Touki Toussaint;

    (23) Jacob Webb;

    (24) Kyle Wright;

    (25) Huascar Ynoa;

    (26) William Contreras;

    (27) Travis d'Arnaud;

    (28) Chadwick Tromp;

    (29) Ozzie Albies;

    (30) Orlando Arcia;

    (31) Johan Camargo;

    (32) Freddie Freeman;

    (33) Austin Riley;

    (34) Dansby Swanson;

    (35) Ronald Acuna Jr.;

    (36) Ehire Adrianza;

    (37) Adam Duvall;

    (38) Terrance Gore;

    (39) Guillermo Heredia;

    (40) Cristian Pache;

    (41) Joc Pederson;

    (42) Eddie Rosario; and

    (43) Jorge Soler;

Whereas Jorge Soler was named Most Valuable Player for the 2021 Major League 
        Baseball World Series;
Whereas the Braves have inspired the people of the city of Atlanta, Cobb County, 
        and Georgia and Braves fans across the United States;
Whereas the people of the city of Atlanta, Cobb County, and Georgia and Braves 
        fans everywhere are--

    (1) proud of the Braves organization;

    (2) thankful for the hard work, dedication, and teamwork of the Braves 
during the 2021 season; and

    (3) thankful to the Braves for bringing another World Series victory to 
the city of Atlanta; and

Whereas fans of the Braves demonstrated true passion and dedication in 
        supporting their team throughout the 2021 Major League Baseball season: 
        Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved, That the Senate--
            (1) congratulates the Atlanta Braves on winning the 2021 
        Major League Baseball World Series;
            (2) honors the life and legacy of Henry Louis Aaron;
            (3) recognizes the achievements, contributions, and 
        dedication of the players, coaches, management, and support 
        staff of the Atlanta Braves;
            (4) recognizes the hard work and commitment of the staff of 
        Truist Park; and
            (5) respectfully directs the Secretary of the Senate to 
        transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution to--
                    (A) the Chairman of the Braves, Terry McGuirk;
                    (B) the President of Baseball Operations and 
                General Manager of the Braves, Alex Anthopoulos; and
                    (C) the Manager of the Braves, Brian Snitker.
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