Ronald Acuna Jr.

Date of Birth: December 18, 1997

Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius

Biography

Ronald José Acuña Blanco Jr. is a Venezuelan professional baseball outfielder for the Atlanta Braves of Major League Baseball (MLB). Born into a baseball family, Acuña has quickly become one of the most exciting young talents in the sport. He signed with the Braves as an international free agent in 2014 and made his MLB debut in 2018. Known for his powerful hitting and speed, Acuña won the National League Rookie of the Year Award in 2018. He has been a crucial part of the Braves’ outfield and has contributed to the team’s success with his exceptional performance both offensively and defensively. His charismatic presence and dynamic playing style have earned him a significant fan following.

5 Interesting Facts about Ronald Acuna Jr.

1. Ronald Acuña Jr. became the youngest player in Major League history to hit a leadoff home run in a postseason game.

2. He achieved a 30-30 season (30 home runs and 30 stolen bases) in 2019, becoming the second-youngest player to do so.

3. Acuña signed an eight-year, $100 million contract extension with the Braves in April 2019, one of the largest contracts for a player with less than a year of service time.

4. He is known for his energetic celebrations and bat flips, which have both thrilled fans and sparked debates about baseball’s unwritten rules.

5. Acuña comes from a baseball family; his father, Ronald Acuña Sr., played minor league baseball, and his grandfather, Romualdo Blanco, played in the Venezuelan leagues.