The fun continues in North Port, Florida, as Ronald Acuña Jr. and a few other Atlanta Braves participated in the live BP. The AJC’s Gabe Burns has been previewing camp all week; Acuña stepped in against Chris Sale, and the veteran southpaw got the better of him, hitting him twice. Just another day of work in February, and not much of a thrill when you’re watching one of the baddest weapons in the league.
The overall picture nevertheless remains encouraging. Acuña recently told Mark Bowman of MLB.com that he is in perfect health by 2026 and feels as good as it has in a long time. A few strikeouts in February won’t change things much. What matters is that he’s on the field, taking reps, and striving to be the guy the Braves need when the games start counting.
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More Braves news:
THE World Baseball Classic television schedule has been finalized. Ronald Acuña Jr. and Ozzie Albies will face off on Tubi.
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MLB News:
Philadelphia Phillies released outfielder Nick Castellanos. The Phillies still owe him $20 million.
Pittsburgh Legend Elroy Face has died at 97 years old. He still holds the franchise record for appearances and saves.
The New York Yankees officially announced their one-year, $4 million investment affair with Paul Goldschmidt.
Miami Marlins Complete One-Year, $4 Million Investment dealing with starter Chris Paddack. To make room on the roster, the club placed Ronny Henriquez on the 60-day injured list.
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Baltimore Orioles second baseman Jackson Holliday underwent successful hamate surgery and will be released several weeks after opening day.
Los Angeles Dodgers Kiké Hernandez, re-signed utilitymanwho will join the club on a one-year deal worth $4.5 million. The club also agreed to a one-year contract extension with Max Muncy.
The Milwaukee Brewers and William Contreras avoided arbitration after the two agreed on a one-year deal. Contreras will earn $9.4 million in 2026.
The New York Mets officially announced their one-year extension deal with outfielder MJ Melendez.
Paul Sewald is back to the Arizona Diamondbacks on a one-year contract worth $1.5 million.
