Atlanta Braves outfielder, Michael Harris II is sliding into marriage life after proposing to his girlfriend, Esther, earlier this week. The star athlete, who has made a name for himself both in his hometown and on the baseball diamond, shared his engagement news through a heartfelt Instagram post, ensuring that 2024 is off to a personal home run of a start. The couple's engagement news was initially reported by WSB-TV and Channel 11Alive news.
As a local hero, hailing from DeKalb and Henry counties, Harris racked up accolades at Stockbridge High School before being snagged by the Braves as the No. 98 pick in the 2019 MLB draft. However, soaring to greater heights, the celebrated rookie made his debut in 2022, snagging the National League Rookie of the Year award, cementing a contract through the 2032 season, as confirmed by WSB-TV.
On the personal front, the engagement was made Instagram-official with Harris sharing, "On January 2, 2024, I took a step I never saw myself doing before meeting you. Grateful for the day I could ask the love of my life to be my wife.♾️❤️." The post, picked up by fans and news outlets alike, illustrates the significance Esther has in the centerfielder's life, which has now been set to grow beyond the ballpark. The intimate details of their proposal haven't been shared, keeping the focus on their momentous decision to tie the knot.
While Harris has securely batted his way into baseball fans' hearts with an impressive start to his MLB career lined up by the Braves, it's clear that Esther has knocked it out of the park, securing a spot as his partner for life. The big league player, known for his speed and reliability on the field, has found his match in Esther, by all accounts. When reached for a comment, Harris' representatives relayed the couple's appreciation for the well-wishes received from fans and noted their desire to celebrate this time privately. The engagement news, warmly received by the Braves community, also scored extra points on the sentiment scoreboard thanks to 11Alive's report.
As the new season inches closer, Harris II's engagement adds a personal triumph to the Braves' narrative. The team, and undoubtedly their fans, will be hoping that the happiness emanating from Harris's personal life spills over into his game, bringing that championship sparkle into the 2024 season. One thing’s for sure, Harris has already scored a major win before the first pitch of the year has been thrown.
