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.

He's hitting .383 with a .500 on-base percentage through 107 at-bats, and he has nine home runs and 18 RBIs. The Braves are a very disappointing 37-42 on the season, but if they are going to get back in the race for the National League wild card,