MVP Christian Yelich wear socks honoring Giannis Antetokounmpo

March 11, 2019

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Christian Yelich showed his support for fellow Milwaukee sports star Giannis Antetokounmpo during a spring training game.

Yelich was named the National League MVP in his first season with with Brewers last year. This year, Antetokounmpo is making a strong case to be named the NBA’s MVP. On Monday, Yelich took to the field wearing a pair of socks featuring Antetokounmpo going up for a dunk.

The NL MVP supporting the leading NBA MVP candidate today in Maryvale. pic.twitter.com/ZExHtDNrXz

— Todd Rosiak (@Todd_Rosiak) March 11, 2019

Update from Maryvale: Christian Yelich wore his new Greek Freak socks in today’s game as well. pic.twitter.com/HOJcteLmc5

— Todd Rosiak (@Todd_Rosiak) March 11, 2019

Milwaukee is among the smaller markets in American sports. However, the city boasts two of the best players in their respective sports, as well as two teams that are enjoying recent success. That’s certainly something to be proud of, and it’s good to see Yelich supporting his fellow star.