Is Matt Olson Related to Greg Olson? the Truth Behind the Famous Mlb Surnames
By Chloe Bennett
Q1: Is Matt Olson related to former Braves catcher Greg Olson?
No. Atlanta Braves first baseman Matt Olson is not related to former MLB catcher Greg Olson. Their shared last name and connection to the Braves organization is an absolute coincidence.
Q2: Who is Matt Olson's father?
Matt Olson's father is Scott Olson. He is an architect based in the Atlanta area who coached Matt throughout his childhood and helped develop his swing alongside his brother, Zack.
Q3: Did Matt Olson grow up in Atlanta?
Yes. Matt Olson grew up in Lilburn, Georgia, roughly 30 miles outside downtown Atlanta. He attended Parkview High School, leading the program to consecutive state baseball titles before being drafted in 2012.
Q4: Is Matt Olson related to former MLB pitcher Gregg Olson?
No. Gregg Olson, the 1989 American League Rookie of the Year and former Baltimore Orioles closer who pitched for Atlanta in 1996, is also unrelated to Matt Olson.
Q5: Does Matt Olson have a brother who played baseball?
Yes. Matt's older brother, Zack Olson, pitched competitively for Parkview High School and later played NCAA Division I baseball as a right-handed pitcher for Harvard University.
Chloe Bennett explores the intersection of pop culture, streaming entertainment, digital trends, and contemporary lifestyle. Her weekly commentary reaches thousands of culture enthusiasts.
