Former MLB stars weigh in on what the Braves and Reds can expect when playing on a temporary field at Bristol in August.

Bristol Motor Speedway is hosting an MLB game between the Atlanta Braves and Cincinnati Reds on Aug. 2. Construction and preparation is under way.

Turning Bristol Motor Speedway into a baseball field worthy of hosting Major League Baseball takes time and a plan.

Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Chase Burns made history on Tuesday night when he struck out the first five batters he faced in his Major League debut against the New York Yankees. According to OptaSTATS,

"We talked about not really knowing what to expect in a Major League debut," Barry Larkin said. "How about some dominance in the 1st inning!"