Atlanta Braves top prospect Ronald Acuna recently rejected a $30 million contract extension offer from the team, a source told ESPN Deportes.
The deal would have been in the range of five to six years, the source told ESPN Deportes.
MLB.com reported Tuesday that the Braves and Acuna have had informal discussions about a long-term deal but that a formal offer has not yet been made. According to MLB.com, Acuna's family has expressed interest in the financial security tied to a long-term deal.
Acuna, who is widely considered baseball's top overall prospect, will start this season in the minor leagues, allowing the Braves to gain an extra year of contractual control over the outfield phenom.