The idea of Ronald Acuna Jr. being traded this offseason has been mentioned recently in rumors following the Atlanta Braves star's difficult postseason. He hit just .125 to go along with a .425 OPS and no extra base hits in seven games during the 2026 postseason. The Braves were ultimately defeated in the National league Division Series by the Los Angeles Dodgers. According to Jon Morosi of MLB Network, an Acuna trade is unlikely to come to fruition during the offseason.

“A Ronald Acuña Jr. trade this offseason is seen as highly unlikely, as I said on @MLBNetwork a few moments ago. Acuña is entering the final guaranteed year of his contract with the Braves, who hold a club option for 2028,” Morosi reported on X, formerly Twitter.

Will the Braves at least listen to potential offers? Morosi addressed that question as well.

“Further to this: I have heard the Braves have no interest in moving Acuña and will not engage with teams if they inquire.”

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Acuna endured an all-around up and down 2026 campaign, but he displayed flashes of his MVP-caliber level performance in September. The outfielder hit .287 with seven home runs and 19 RBI during the month. He played a significant role in helping the Braves win the National League East division.

Ronald Acuna Jr. still features the ceiling of a superstar. The Braves' reported unwillingness to move on from him this offseason is understandable. Barring unforeseen circumstances, it does indeed seem as if Acuna will be in an Atlanta Braves uniform to begin the 2027 MLB season.