Atlanta Braves Exercise $17 Million Option on Ronald Acuña

The Atlanta Braves have exercised their 2027 club option for star outfielder Ronald Acuña. Atlanta will pay the 2023 National League Most Valuable Player $17 million for the 2027 season, keeping the elite outfielder under contract below qualifying offer rates. Acuña remains a cornerstone piece for the NL East champion Braves, who also reinstated pitchers Spencer Schwellenbach, Spencer Strider, Hurston Waldrep, and Joey Wentz from the 60-day injured list.