“Ronny J, the show-stopper!” Ronald Acuña Jr., winner of the MVP award, leaves fans in awe at the BBWAA banquet in an all-black attire adorned with a bespoke diamond chain.

Ronald Acuña Jr., a star for the Atlanta Braves, was presented with his National League MVP Award at the Baseball Writers’ Association of America banquet in New York on Saturday evening. Almost as much attention was paid to the Venezuelan outfielder’s attire at the BBWAA banquet as to his exploits on the field in 2023.

An Instagram video of Acuña went viral, and admirers wasted no time praising the celebrity for his outfit—an all-black ensemble paired with a diamond chain.He was contacted by one fan:

“Ronny J, the show-stopper!”Attendees at the BBWAA banquet respond to Acuña Jr.’s dress.Attendees at the BBWAA banquet respond to Acuña Jr.’s dress.

The four-time All-Star for the Braves received numerous calls for MVP on the internet.

 

Acuña Jr. placed the MLB on warning for 2024 after expressing gratitude to the media, his teammates, and family.

“I’m only scratching the surface of my abilities in this sport,” Acuña stated. “I’ve never felt healthier, quicker, or stronger than I do now.”The media’s focus on the Dodgers could be advantageous for Ronald Acuña Jr. and the Braves. At Citizens Bank Park, in Game Three of the Division Series, Atlanta Braves #13 Ronald Acuña Jr. knocks a single against the Phillies in the fifth inning.At Citizens Bank Park, in Game Three of the Division Series, Atlanta Braves #13 Ronald Acuña Jr. knocks a single against the Phillies in the fifth inning.

Shohei Ohtani ($700 million), Yashinobu Yamamoto ($325 million), and Teoscar Hernandez ($23.5 million) were signees by the Los Angeles Dodgers during free agency. Tyler Glasnow, who was acquired via a trade with the Tampa Bay Rays, was also extended a $136.5 million contract.

Although this poses a significant challenge to the Atlanta Braves’ hopes of reaching the World Series, it does divert some attention away from them in the media. Atlanta should feel less pressure in 2024 thanks to the intense scrutiny of the Dodgers.

The advantages of having a low profile in sports are immeasurable, and the Braves boast an incredibly talented team that is capable of defeating any opponent. After a fantastic season in which they finished 105–58, Atlanta is aiming to reclaim its regular season supremacy.

While losing the National League Division Series in four games to the Philadelphia Phillies was disappointing, the squad can take what they learned and use it in 2024.

Ronald Acuña Jr. and the Braves’ potential will be intriguing to observe during a season when the Los Angeles Dodgers will be the center of media attention.