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There is speculation that Brian Snitker is potentially embarrassing Ronald Acuna Jr. This could cause him to want out.

Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Sporting News / September 11

Yankees mock trade proposal lands Ronald Acuna Jr. from the Braves

Could the Yankees target a trade for Acuna?

Atlanta Braves News / Sporting News / September 8

Braves' Brian Snitker under fire for embarrassing Ronald Acuna Jr. one last time before retirement

Brian Snitker is likely out in a couple of weeks, but he could very well tear down the Braves biggest star.

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Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Athlon Sports / September 7

Atlanta Braves' Ronald Acuna Jr. Decision Makes Absolutely No Sense

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. is one of MLB's most electric players. The 27-year old is in his eighth MLB season and has already built an extensive resume.

Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / September 7

Braves trying to spark Ronald Acuna Jr. while Mariners keep slugging

Atlanta manager Brian Snitker tried something different to help Ronald Acuna Jr. break out of his slump Saturday. After sitting out Friday's game, Acuna batted sixth Saturday for the first time since his rookie year in 2018.

Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / September 6

Braves Announce Unexpected Ronald Acuna Jr. Decision After Missing Mariners Game

Atlanta Braves superstar Ronald Acuña Jr. returned to the lineup on Saturday after sitting out Friday’s matchup against the Seattle Mariners. Manager Brian Snitker described the absence as a scheduled rest day (via Barrett Sallee of 680 The Fan).

Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / September 5

Braves' Brian Snitker Announces Ronald Acuna Jr. Update After Removal From Lineup

The Atlanta Braves (63–77) are in the midst of a lost season, but the core remains intact led by superstar Ronald Acuna Jr., and the organization has its sights set on a quick rebound heading into 2026 after recently picking up infielder Ha-Seong Kim off waivers from the Tampa Bay Rays.

Atlanta Braves News / Larry Brown Sports / August 27

Ronald Acuna Jr. called out for his response after being hit by pitch

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. was once again hit by a pitch by the Miami Marlins on Wednesday, but some found his reaction to be over the top.

Roman Anthony is Alongside Shohei Ohtani and Ronald Acuna Jr. on Awesome List

The Boston Red Sox earned a much-needed victory on Monday night, beating the Baltimore Orioles 4-3 at Camden Yards. With the win, Boston is now 72-60. They currently lead the battle for the first wild card spot in the American League, where they are 0.5 games ahead of the New York Yankees and one ahead of the Seattle Mariners.

Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / August 15

Braves activate OF Ronald Acuna Jr. from injured list

The Atlanta Braves activated All-Star outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. from the 10-day injured list on Friday. He landed on the IL with a right calf strain on July 30, the day after exiting early in a 9-6 loss at Kansas City.

Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / August 12

Braves' Brian Snitker Announces Ronald Acuna Jr. News Before Mets Game

The Atlanta Braves have won three straight games yet still find themselves 16 games under .500 with a record of 51–67. Atlanta entered the season with expectations of making a deep postseason run but now seems destined to miss the playoffs for the first time in seven years.

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Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / August 10

Braves' Ronald Acuna Jr. News Surfaces Before Marlins Game

The Atlanta Braves are entering the second half of the season outside the playoff picture for the first time in several years, sitting at 50-67 and 17 games under .500.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 5

It’s time for the Braves to have a conversation about Ronald Acuna Jr.

The Braves are going to have quite a busy offseason, and it might get even more difficult for Alex Anthopoulos because it’s about time someone in the organization had a conversation about Ronald Acuna Jr.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 31

What were the Braves thinking with Ronald Acuna Jr.?

.The Atlanta Braves avoided disaster when the MRI on Ronald Acuña’s Jr.’s Achilles came back as a calf strain. However, the entire situation still begs the question: what the hell were the Braves thinking?

Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / July 30

Braves place OF Ronald Acuna Jr. on 10-day IL

The Atlanta Braves placed All-Star Ronald Acuna Jr. on the 10-day injured list Wednesday and recalled fellow outfielder Jarred Kelenic from Triple-A Gwinnett.

Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / July 30

Braves' Ronald Acuna Jr. is IL-bound with Achilles injury

Atlanta right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr. exited the Braves' 9-6 road loss to the Kansas City Royals on Tuesday with a right Achilles ailment that will force him onto the injured list.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 29

Braves to place star player on 10-day IL

The club announced the injury as right Achilles tightness. Mark Bowman of MLB.com observed that the former MVP was in a walking boot postgame.

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Atlanta Braves News / Larry Brown Sports / July 19

Ronald Acuna Jr. makes the throw of the year

Ronald Acuna Jr. started off the second half of the MLB season with a bang on Friday.

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Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / July 18

Ronald Acuna Jr. remains bright spot in dismal Braves season

Ronald Acuna Jr.'s brilliance remains bright spot in dismal Braves season

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. has not only returned to full health after missing half of last season due to another major knee injury, but he also has returned to being one of the best players in baseball.

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Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 7

MLB insider reveals Braves intentions on a Ronald Acuna Jr. trade

With the Braves 11 games under .500, all the talk around the organization is what they’ll do at the trade deadline. Most don’t expect them to be buyers, but will they be sellers?

Atlanta Braves News / Larry Brown Sports / June 25

Former MVP becomes first player to commit to Home Run Derby

Major League Baseball has convinced a big-name star to take part in the 2025 Home Run Derby.

Ronald Acuna Jr.'s MVP-form could salvage Braves season

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Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / June 23

Ronald Acuna Jr.'s MVP-form could salvage Braves season

Atlanta Braves right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr. remained in MVP form on Monday. That's excellent news for a Braves team in desperate need of something to celebrate.

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Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / June 11