Overview

• Since returning from a second ACL tear on May 23, Acuña has hit .350 with nine home runs, 18 RBIs and a 1.076 OPS over 35 games.
• Analysts Carlos Peña and Joel Sherman each told MLB Now the Braves should explore trading Acuña to rebuild a faltering roster.
• Sherman pointed to the Seattle Mariners’ nine top-100 prospects and middle-infield depth as fitting pieces for a Juan Soto–style deal.
• With the Braves sitting at 39–46 by early July, GM Alex Anthopoulos has publicly stated he will not sell at the July 31 trade deadline.
• Acuña was named a starting outfielder for the 2025 All-Star Game in Atlanta, marking his fifth All-Star selection since debuting in 2018.