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Acuña Jr. to Compete in Home Run Derby at Truist Park

He credited his hometown fans for inspiring his decision to participate following his season debut after a torn ACL.

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ATLANTA, GEORGIA - JUNE 18: Ronald Acuña Jr. #13 of the Atlanta Braves reacts after hitting a lead-off home run during the first inning against the New York Mets at Truist Park on June 18, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia.
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Overview

  • Ronald Acuña Jr. will compete in the Home Run Derby on July 14 at Truist Park as the first confirmed participant.
  • The All-Star festivities at his home stadium will conclude with the July 15 All-Star Game the following day.
  • Acuña returned from a left ACL tear on May 23 and has batted .385 with nine home runs and 16 RBIs in 29 games since.
  • The 27-year-old outfielder is making his third Derby appearance after previous runs in 2019 and 2022.
  • No Atlanta Braves player has ever won the Home Run Derby and Acuña aims to become the franchise’s first champion.