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Acuña Jr. Set to Play Winter Ball in Venezuela

10/29/2025

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Ronald Acuña Jr., Atlanta Braves outfielder and 2023 NL MVP, will return to Venezuela to play winter ball ahead of the 2026 World Baseball Classic (WBC) in March.
The Braves granted him permission to play despite concerns over his injury history.
His winter ball participation is vital for regaining form before the WBC, where Venezuela faces the Dominican Republic and Cuba.
Acuña remains committed to representing Venezuela.

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Ronald Acuña Jr., Atlanta Braves outfielder and 2023 NL MVP, will return to Venezuela to play winter ball ahead of the 2026 World Baseball Classic (WBC) in March.
The Braves granted him permission to play despite concerns over his injury history.
His winter ball participation is vital for regaining form before the WBC, where Venezuela faces the Dominican Republic and Cuba.
Acuña remains committed to representing Venezuela.