With Opening Day behind them, the Atlanta Braves are sparking excitement in the 2025 MLB season. Despite Shohei Ohtani’s dominance in the MVP race, Braves stars Ronald Acuña Jr., and Matt Olson are emerging as a top National League MVP candidates, according to 18 MLB executives and scouts and ESPN.
Ronald Acuña Jr. remains one of the most dynamic players in the game. While he is currently sidelined due to injury, his return could provide a major boost to Atlanta’s lineup. Two MLB insiders have already given him a nod for MVP consideration, believing that if he comes back at full strength, he could once again be one of the league’s most electrifying players.