The fun continues in North Port, Florida, with Ronald Acuña Jr. and a few other Atlanta Braves players taking part in the live BP. The AJC’s Gabe Burns gives an inside look at training camp this week; Acuña stepped in against Chris Sale and the veteran southpaw beat him, knocking him out twice. It’s just another day at work in February, and it doesn’t feel cold hitting the ball when you’re staring down one of the dirtiest arms in the league.
Still, the big picture is encouraging. Acuña recently told MLB.com’s Mark Bowman that he’s fully healthy until 2026 and feels as good as he has in a long time. A few strikeouts in February won’t have much of an impact. What matters is that he’s on the floor, representing the game, and trying to be who the Warriors need when games begin.
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More Braves news:
The television schedule for the World Baseball Classic has been set. Ronald Acuña Jr. and Ozzie Albies will face off on Tubi.
We look back at the history of the Black Biscuits of the Atlanta Negro Leagues.
MLB News:
The Philadelphia Phillies waived outfielder Nick Castellanos. The Phillies still owe him $20 million.
Pittsburgh legend Elroy Feith dies at age 97. He still holds the team’s appearances and saves records.
The New York Yankees officially announced the signing of Paul Goldschmidt to a one-year, $4 million contract.
The Miami Marlins have signed starter Chris Paddack to a one-year, $4 million contract. To make room on the roster, the club placed Ronnie Henriquez on the 60-day injured list.
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Baltimore Orioles second baseman Jackson Holliday underwent successful hamate bone surgery and will miss a few weeks after Opening Day.
The Los Angeles Dodgers have re-signed utility player Kiké Hernandez, who will rejoin the club on a one-year, $4.5 million contract. The club also agreed to a one-year contract extension with Max Muncy.
The Milwaukee Brewers and William Contreras avoided arbitration after the two agreed to a one-year contract. Contreras will earn $9.4 million through 2026.
The New York Mets officially announced the signing of outfielder MJ Melendez to a one-year contract.
Paul Sewald will return to the Arizona Diamondbacks on a one-year, $1.5 million contract.
