Ronald Acuña Jr. will represent the Atlanta Braves as the host team participant in the 2025 MLB Home Run Derby, marking his third career appearance in the event. Acuña Jr. had expressed interest in competing if invited, and he was the first player to declare for the Derby, which will take place during the All-Star Weekend in Atlanta. As a hometown favorite, he has received a warm welcome at Truist Park and was introduced to the crowd at the 2025 MLB All-Star Game. Acuña Jr. is familiar with all his competitors for the Derby, and anticipation is high about whether he will leverage the home-field advantage during the competition.