The Braves commenced the season as consecutive National League runner-ups and clinched their eighth successive division title with a record of 103–59, holding a 6-game lead over the New York Mets.
This marked their second World Series appearance against the Yankees in a span of four years, with the previous one occurring in 1996, which they lost in six games.
Jones earned the National League's Most Valuable Player award, boasting a .310 batting average, 45 home runs, and 110 RBIs.
However, he ignited controversy due to his racist and homophobic remarks in a December 27, 1999, Sports Illustrated article.
Infielders Manager Coaches Note: Pos = Position; G = Games played; AB = At bats; H = Hits; Avg.