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Ronald Acuna, Jr. words delivered off-the-field like he does performance does on-the-field

Acuña, Jr. engages with fans beyond the baseball field, creating personal connections.

Acuña, Jr.'s appeal spans generations, evident by a 70-year-old lady expressing fandom. [ more ]

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1 month ago

Ronald Acuna Jr. drives in four runs in zany 10-9 Braves spring win over Blue Jays

Ronald Acuña Jr. drove in four runs for the Atlanta Braves.

Errors in the first and second innings caused Atlanta to trail early. [ more ]

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Chris Sale strikes out six in Braves' loss to Rays

Chris Sale struck out six in 3 1/3 innings.

Ronald Acuña Jr. returned to play after injury. [ more ]

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Braves News: Ronald Acuna Jr. injury update, roster cuts, and more

Ronald Acuña Jr. expected to be ready for Opening Day after knee injury update.

Atlanta Braves made roster cuts and had a Spring Training win led by notable players. [ more ]

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Ronald Acuna Jr. Dealing With Meniscus Irritation

Acuna dealing with meniscus irritation but expected to be ready for Opening Day

Acuna's 2023 season was outstanding, becoming first player to hit 40 HRs and steal 50 bases in a season. [ more ]

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Battery Power TV: Atlanta Braves, Ronald Acuna Jr. get good news following superstar's injury scare

Ronald Acuña Jr.'s health is a priority for the Atlanta Braves in 2024.

Outfield prospects like Michael Harris II and Jarred Kelenic are being closely monitored for their performance. [ more ]

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Braves News: Acuna Jr. Injury, Chris Sale Looks Sharp Again, More

Acuna Jr. undergoing knee evaluation

Chris Sale's positive Spring Training performance [ more ]

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Braves News: Ronald Acuna Jr. removed from lineup, Charlie Morton's upcoming debut, and more

Ronald Acuña Jr. scratched from the lineup due to knee soreness, precautionary measures being taken

Braves' pitcher Charlie Morton preparing for spring debut after a live batting practice session [ more ]

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Battery Power TV: It's 'World Series or bust" as Atlanta Braves open Spring Training

The Atlanta Braves set a goal to win the World Series this season. Newcomer Chris Sale is a significant player to watch. The competition for the fifth starter's spot is creating intrigue and testing the team's depth. [ more ]

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Braves News: Ronald Acuna Jr. takes BP, spring breakout roster, and more

Ronald Acuña Jr. participated in team workouts after a good report on his right knee injury.

Atlanta Braves outfielder Luis Guanipa is part of the spring breakout roster. [ more ]

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Braves News: Ronald Acuna Jr. Waiting Game, AJ Smith-Shawver impressive on mound, more

Ronald Acuna Jr.'s injury update is eagerly awaited by Braves fans for Opening Day readiness.

Braves lead the majors in strikeouts, showing improvement in their pitching staff for the upcoming season. [ more ]

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Daily Hammer Podcast: Ronald Acuna Jr Waiting Game, Encouraging Pitching Results, Josh Donaldson

The status of Ronald Acuna Jr.'s injury is eagerly awaited.

Braves pitching, including arms like Chris Sale and AJ Smith-Shawver, is performing well. [ more ]

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Dodgers News: Freddie Freeman Impressed By Ronald Acuna Jr.'s MVP Season

Ronald AcuÃ±a Jr. was unanimously voted as the 2023 National League MVP.

AcuÃ±a became the first player in history to have a 40-50 season with 41 home runs and 73 stolen bases.

Freddie Freeman praised AcuÃ±a's historic season and predicted multiple MVP wins for him in the future. [ more ]

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Dodgers Video: Mookie Betts Fulfilled Father Duties While Waiting For NL MVP Announcement

Ronald AcuÃ±a Jr. won the MVP award in the National League unanimously.

Mookie Betts was in his car picking up his daughter from school when he received the news of his MVP runner-up finish.

Betts had an impressive season, setting a new career high in home runs and breaking the MLB record for most RBI as a leadoff hitter. [ more ]

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Braves News: Ronald Acuna Jr. crowned NL MVP, 2025 All-Star Game, and more

Ronald AcuÃ±a Jr. was named National League MVP after his outstanding 2023 season, becoming the fifth player in MLB history to join the 40/40 club.

The Atlanta Braves will host the 2025 All-Star Game at Truist Park, marking their first time hosting since 2000.

MLB owners have unanimously approved the Athletics' move from Oakland to Las Vegas. [ more ]

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2023 BBWAA Awards: Ronald Acuna Jr. Wins National League MVP Over Mookie Betts & Freddie Freeman

Ronald AcuÃ±a Jr. was unanimously voted the 2023 National League MVP over Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman.

Betts finished in second place with all 30 of his votes coming for second place.

Freeman didn't receive any votes for first place and finished with 227 points in NL MVP voting. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Ronald Acuna Jr. wins NL MVP award over Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman

Ronald AcuÃ±a Jr. is the unanimous winner of the National League Most Valuable Player award, becoming the first player to achieve 40 home runs and 70 stolen bases in a season.

Shohei Otani is the first two-time unanimous winner of the American League MVP award.

Mookie Betts received all 30 second-place votes and Freddie Freeman finished in third place for the NL MVP award. [ more ]

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Battery Power Podcast Episode 428: Braves Payroll, Awards, Shohei Ohtani, and more

The Atlanta Braves are increasing their payroll for the upcoming season.

Ronald AcuÃ±a Jr. is a top contender for the National League MVP award.

The Braves have two major holes to fill in free agency. [ more ]

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Dodgers News: Mookie Betts, Freddie Freeman Finish Behind Ronald Acuna Jr in NL MVP Voting

Ronald Acuna Jr. of the Atlanta Braves unanimously wins the 2023 National League MVP Award

Mookie Betts finishes in second place with all 30 second-place votes

Freddie Freeman finishes in third place [ more ]

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1 week ago

Braves News: Atlanta Suffers Sweep in Los Angeles, Ronald Acuna Jr. Finding Form, more

The Braves struggle on the road against the Mariners and Dodgers, despite being better on paper. Acuña Jr. showing improvement, but the offense is experiencing a significant slump. [ more ]

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1 month ago

Braves hang on to beat Mets, 6-5

Reynaldo Lopez impressed in his home debut for the Braves.

Ronald Acuña Jr. contributed significantly to the offensive success of the Atlanta Braves. [ more ]

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Braves Organizational Depth Preview: Outfielders

The Atlanta Braves have a talented outfield, including Ronald Acuna Jr. and Michael Harris II.

Acquiring Jarred Kelenic has added depth and potential to the Braves' outfield. [ more ]

ESPN.com

Acuna avoids serious injury, expected for opener

Ronald Acuna Jr. is expected to be ready for Opening Day after a medical evaluation confirmed no serious knee injury.

Dr. Neal ElAttrache affirmed the Braves' diagnosis of irritation in the meniscus of Acuna's right knee. [ more ]

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Ronald Acuna Jr. undergoes MRI for knee soreness, expected to be ready for Opening Day

MRI revealed irritation around Ronald Acuña Jr.'s meniscus

Acuña to be further evaluated by Dr. Neal ElAttrache [ more ]

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Ronald Acuna Jr: 'I want to be a Brave for life'

Reigning MVP Ronald Acuña Jr. arrived at Braves camp and discussed his future with the team.

Acuña is under contract through 2026 with club options for 2027 and 2028, but a contract extension would be in the Braves' best interest. [ more ]

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San Francisco Giants

Where Webb ranks on MLB's Top 100 list as lone Giants player

Logan Webb placed 42nd on MLB Network's Top 100 Players list.

Ronald Acuña Jr. ranked 1st with historic performance in stolen bases and home runs. [ more ]

Dodgers Nation

Dodgers' Miguel Rojas Compares Shohei Ohtani to Ronald Acuna Jr.

Shohei Ohtani impressed his teammates with a round of batting practice, hitting 10 home runs in 29 swings.

Teammate Miguel Rojas compared Ohtani to Ronald Acuña Jr. and expressed excitement to see Ohtani when he is completely healthy. [ more ]

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Shohei Ohtani & Ronald Acuna Jr. Named 2023 Hank Aaron Award Winners

Ronald AcuÃ±a Jr. and Shohei Ohtani named recipients of the 2023 Hank Aaron Awards.

AcuÃ±a made history with 40 home runs and 70 stolen bases in a single season. [ more ]

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Battery Power TV: Ronald Acuna Jr. seeks MVP encore as he leads Atlanta Braves' talented outfield

The Atlanta Braves have one of the most talented outfields in Major League Baseball

Ronald Acuña Jr., Michael Harris II, and Jarred Kelenic are the key players in the Braves outfield [ more ]

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Where MLB Network ranked Braves' players position by position

MLB Network has released their annual positional rankings for the 2024 off-season, giving fans something to debate during the slow months.

Ronald Acuna Jr. is ranked as the top right fielder, and Michael Harris II is ranked as the second-best center fielder behind Mike Trout. [ more ]

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Where Ronald Acuna Jr. ranks among the Braves' all-time greats

Ronald Acuña Jr.'s 2023 season was one of the best offensive performances in major league history, earning him his first MVP Award.

Despite limited playing time, Acuña is already making his mark on the Atlanta Braves' franchise record books. [ more ]

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Where the Braves' outfield situation stands

Ronald Acuña Jr and Michael Harris II give the Braves a strong outfield foundation

The Braves filled their left field position by acquiring Jarred Kelenic from the Mariners [ more ]

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4 months ago

Braves News: Chris Sale trade, Ronald Acuna's 2023, more

The Braves finally made the move we all expected for an established starter and in true Alex Anthopoulos fashion, it was someone that nobody expected: Chris Sale.

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4 months ago

2023 Braves Season in Review: Ronald Acuna Jr.

Ronald AcuÃ±a Jr. wins National League MVP award while wearing an Atlanta Braves uniform.

AcuÃ±a signed an eight-year, $100 million extension with the Braves that retains him through 2026, with club options for 2027 and 2028 seasons. [ more ]

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Ronald Acuna, Jr. wins 2023 National League Hank Aaron Award

Ronald AcuÃ±a, Jr. was awarded the National League's Hank Aaron award as the best offensive player in the league.

AcuÃ±a, Jr. had a historic 2023 campaign offensively, becoming the first player in MLB history to hit 40-or-more home runs and steal 70-or-more bases in the same year. [ more ]

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