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Braves explore trading Ronald Acuña Jr. for Bryce Harper from Phillies

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 1, 2026, 3:31 PM

Last updated Nov 1, 2026

Braves explore trading Ronald Acuña Jr. for Bryce Harper from Phillies

Summary

The Atlanta Braves are considering a trade involving outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. and Philadelphia Phillies superstar Bryce Harper. Following a postseason that revealed weaknesses in their pitching rotation, the Braves have decisions to make about their roster. Although Atlanta recently exercised options for Acuña and Ozzie Albies for the 2027 season, speculation persists regarding Acuña's future. A proposed trade would see Acuña swapped for Harper, who has expressed a potential roster change in Philadelphia. The significant barrier remains Harper's $330 million contract, which Atlanta would need to evaluate seriously.

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Status Watch

•Braves entering crucial offseason after pitching struggles in playoffs.
•Acuña's production has raised questions about his future.
•Speculation connects Acuña to Harper in a blockbuster trade.
•Harper has hinted at changes to the Phillies’ roster for 2027.
•Trade hinges on Harper's substantial contract with Philadelphia.

Latest Updates

3:31 PMYahoo Sports — Braves predicted to trade Ronald Acuna Jr. for Phillies' $330M two-time MVP in monster deal

What they're saying

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The Atlanta Braves are trying to figure out exactly what the future hold for Ronald Acuna Jr. in the organization. In this potential trade, they swap Acuna for the most disliked rival player in the last decade.
— Yahoo Sports

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