MILWAUKEE — The Brewers announced Friday that Giannis Antetkounmpo has joined the ownership team of the Milwaukee Brewers.

“We are honored to have Giannis join our team of Milwaukee Brewers investors,” Brewers Chairman and Principal Owner Mark Attanasio said. “Giannis is a great athlete, a world champion, and a true local hero with international renown.”

The organization tweeted, "thank you, Giannis, for your commitment to our team and Milwaukee!"

“The city of Milwaukee means so much to me,” Giannis Antetokounmpo said. “I am honored to be joining the Brewers ownership group to further my commitment and dedication to this great community. I take great pride in my city and I'm excited about what we can build together.”

According to a press release, Giannis becomes the first new individual investor added to the Brewers ownership group since Attanasio purchased controlling interest in the Milwaukee Brewers in 2005.

The Brewers are 74-48 overall this season and sit in first place in the NL Central with a 8.5 game lead over the Cincinnati Reds. They begin a three-game home series tonight against the Washington Nationals.