Ronald Acuna Jr. Expected to Hit Leadoff in 2026

Jan 28, 2026

Braves star Ronald Acuna Jr. is expected to hit leadoff in 2026, Mark Bowman of MLB.com reports. Do you believe leadoff is the best spot in the lineup for Acuna?

ATLANTA -- With the start of Spring Training two weeks away, here are a few thoughts about the Braves’ offense:
1) What should be expected from Ronald Acuña Jr.?
Well, based on what manager Walt Weiss has said, we should expect Acuña to be back in the leadoff spot. Acuña

www.mlb.comWhat's the plan for Acuña? Here are 5 questions facing Braves' offenseATLANTA -- With the start of Spring Training two weeks away, here are a few thoughts about the Braves’ offense: 1) What should be expected from Ronald Acuña Jr.? Well, based on what manager Walt Weiss has said, we should expect Acuña to be back in the leadoff spot. Acuña