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Braves Hold Line on Acuña as Trade Talks Intensify

Atlanta’s 39-46 slump has fueled calls to test Acuña’s trade value for top-100 prospects.

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - JULY 2: Ronald Acuña Jr. #13 of the Atlanta Braves reacts during the first inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Truist Park on July 2, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia.
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Apr 22, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Braves right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (13) at third base against the Miami Marlins in the first inning at Truist Park.

Overview

  • The Braves entered July at 39-46 and outside playoff contention, marking a stark departure from their recent winning seasons.
  • General manager Alex Anthopoulos insists the team will not be sellers at the July trade deadline.
  • Since returning from a second ACL tear in May, Acuña has posted a .350 batting average with nine homers in 35 games and will start for the National League in the All-Star Game.
  • Analyst Joel Sherman and former player Carlos Peña have urged the Braves to shop Acuña, noting his team-friendly contract running through 2028 could command a Juan Soto–level return.
  • Sherman pinpointed the Seattle Mariners, who boast nine top-100 prospects, as a realistic trade partner for the franchise cornerstone.