
Acuña replaced in HR Derby by teammate Olson
created: July 12, 2025, 12:39 a.m. | updated: July 12, 2025, 5:02 a.m.
Open Extended ReactionsATLANTA -- Ronald Acuña Jr. won't participate in the Home Run Derby, replaced Friday by Atlanta teammate and fellow All-Star Matt Olson.
Acuña is a starting outfielder for the National League and still is expected to play in the All-Star Game on his home field.
Instead of Acuña, Olson will try to become the first Atlanta player to win the Home Run Derby on Monday night.
The All-Star Game is Tuesday night.
Olson competed in the 2021 Derby while with the Athletics.
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