Braves Exercise Options On Ronald Acuña Jr., Ozzie Albies
The Braves announced they’ve picked up their options on Ronald Acuña Jr.
Braves Exercise Options On Ronald Acuña Jr: What Happened
MLB Trade Rumors reported on Thursday, October 29, 2026 in a story involving Braves Exercise Options On Ronald Acuña Jr, Ozzie Albies. The Braves, Ronald Acuña Jr. Here is how the report opens:
The Braves announced they’ve picked up their options on Ronald Acuña Jr. and Ozzie Albies. Acuña will make $17MM next season, while Albies will match this year’s $7MM salary. Those were Atlanta’s only option decisions this year. There wasn’t much suspense with either decision. The Braves weren’t going to cut either member of their core for what…
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- The story: Braves Exercise Options On Ronald Acuña Jr., Ozzie Albies
- Who’s involved: Braves Exercise Options On Ronald Acuña Jr, Ozzie Albies. The Braves, Ronald Acuña Jr and Ozzie Albies. Acuña
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- First reported: Thursday, October 29, 2026 by MLB Trade Rumors
- Coverage: 2 outlets are covering it: MLB Trade Rumors and Yahoo Sports
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The Braves announced they’ve picked up their options on Ronald Acuña Jr. and Ozzie Albies. Acuña will make $17MM next season, while Albies will match this year’s $7MM salary. Those were Atlanta’s only option decisions this year. There wasn’t much suspense with either decision. The Braves weren’t going to cut either member of their core for what… MLB Trade Rumors reported the story on Thursday, October 29, 2026.
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