Ronald Acuna Jr. breaks silence about controversial comments against Braves skipper Brian Snitker
- On April 19, Atlanta Braves star Ronald Acuña Jr. Posted a controversial social media comment criticizing manager Brian Snitker over a team effort issue involving Jarred Kelenic.
- The comment arose amid frustration after Atlanta started the 2025 season 0-7 and Acuña Jr. Remained sidelined recovering from a second ACL injury.
- Acuña Jr. Criticized Snitker's perceived double standard because Kelenic was not removed despite not hustling on a play, while Acuña himself had been taken out in similar past situations.
- Acuña Jr. Said, "If it were me, they would take me out of the game," called his post "a moment of frustration," and confirmed he apologized to Snitker and teammates for being "a distraction."
- Acuña Jr. Recently began a minor-league rehab assignment as Atlanta hopes his return will help the team recover and maintain a playoff push this season.
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