Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. will slug with the game's best during All-Star festivities in his home ballpark for the 2025 Home Run Derby.

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. became the first player to declare for the 2025 Home Run Derby on Wednesday, announcing his decision shortly before taking the field against the New York Mets ( GameTracker ). This year's Derby will take place on July 14, at Truist Park, the Braves' home stadium in Cumberland, Georgia.

MLB Makes Massive Ronald Acuña Jr. Announcement On Wednesday Night originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Ronald Acuña Jr. was jeered at and thrown at after opposing players took issue with his pimping a home run in Atlanta’s 7-4 win over the stumbling rival New York Mets on Tuesday.