Braves’ Ronald Acuña Jr. Apologizes to Manager Brian Snitker, Teammates After Social Media Controversy

Atlanta Braves star Ronald Acuña Jr. has apologized to manager Brian Snitker, teammate Jarred Kelenic, and his teammates for a since-deleted social media post that suggested a double standard in how discipline is administered by Snitker. The post was made after Kelenic was not benched for admiring a near-home run and being thrown out at second base, an action for which Acuña himself had previously been benched in 2019. Acuña clarified that his frustration stemmed from being sidelined due to injury and unable to help his struggling team, not from any lasting resentment toward Snitker or his teammates. He spoke to Snitker 'man-to-man' and took accountability for his actions, emphasizing his pride in being part of the Braves and his desire to move forward. Acuña is currently on a rehab assignment and is expected to rejoin the Braves soon, having already hit a home run in his first minor league rehab game. The Braves, who started the season with a losing streak, have since improved to a .500 record and look forward to Acuña’s return.