WATCH: Atlanta Braves’ Ronald Acuna Jr. Pays Tribute to NBA Star, Trae Young With Iconic ‘Ice Trae’ Home Run Celebration
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Ever since Ronald Acuna Jr. has returned from his ACL injury, he has been a big boost for the Atlanta Braves. At once, the Braves were struggling for a win in their division, but it seems like they are finally back on the winning track.
After the departure of their talisman, Freddie Freeman, the Braves needed someone to lead them from the plate. And Ronald Acuna Jr. has been that guiding force for the Atlanta Braves this season.
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The Venezuelan outfielder has been outstanding for the Braves over the years. Had he not been injured for a long time, the Braves outfielder would have broken multiple MLB records. In a recent game against the Oakland Athletics, the 24-year-old outfielder paid a lovely tribute to his fellow Atlanta star Trae Young.
Ronald Acuna Jr. hit the “Ice Trae” celebration after belting a home run against the Athletics
Ronald Acuna Jr. remains the only MLB player to hit at least 50 runs and stole 50 bases in his first two MLB seasons. It sums up the kind of player he is. He also won the Rookie of the Year Award in his debut season in 2018.
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Talking about his recent outing from the plate, the Braves outfielder hammered a home run against the Athletics and hit the iconic “Ice Trae” celebration to honor the NBA star, Trae Young. However, he did not hit this celebration by any accident.
During the series against the Colorado Rockies, Acuna had promised that he would hit the “Ice Trae” celebration if he hit a home run in his next game. Per The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Acuna had said, “I think I’m going to do the Trae Young “Ice Trae” celebration next.”
Ronald Acuña Jr. hit the “Ice Trae” celebration following his lead off home run, a shoutout to fellow Atlanta star, @TheTraeYoung 🧊
(via @BallySportsSO)pic.twitter.com/8XfospbMPq
— FOX Sports: MLB (@MLBONFOX) June 7, 2022
Taking to Twitter, Fox Sports shared the video. Even the NBA star, Trae Young, acknowledged Acuna’s tribute to him and said, “too cold.”
Told y’all it wouldn’t be long..@ronaldacunajr24 too Cold❄️ https://t.co/dPkCySyPdM
— Trae Young (@TheTraeYoung) June 8, 2022
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Can the Braves defend their World Series title?
Leave the World Series title. In the name of the New York Mets, the Atlanta Braves have got a strong competitor in the NL East. Considering the form of the New York Mets, it will be difficult for the Brian Snitker-led team to win even the NL East.
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When talking about the World Series, the Braves have to face the heavyweights of the 2022 season. Unlike the last season, the Yankees and Mets have emerged as the top contenders for the silverware.
Only time will tell whether the Braves will defend their title.
Edited by:
Simar Singh Wadhwa