MIAMI — The Braves never have had a Home Run Derby winner. Perhaps it would be appropriate if that changed at Truist Park this summer.
At least one of their players is interested. Braves outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. told El Extrabase that he’ll participate in the Home Run Derby if invited. The event will take place July 14 at Truist Park as part of the All-Star extravaganza.
Acuña, who’s been sensational since returning from his second torn ACL, shared the news with El Extrabase insider Daniel Alvarez-Montes before the Braves faced the Marlins in Miami on Friday night.