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“Jokes write themselves” – Fans rip Ronald Acuna Jr. over betting company partnership amid Braves’ NLDS exit

Atlanta Braves star outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr.’s partnership with Kalshi came under heavy scrutiny after the team’s NLDS exit following a 4-1 loss vs. the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday.

By Kaushani Chatterjee · Sportskeeda

Published: Thursday, 8 October 2026 at 9:59 AM

Key Things to Know

Fans criticized Ronald Acuna Jr. on social media over his Kalshi partnership following the Braves' NLDS exit.
Acuna became the first MLB player to partner with betting firm Kalshi, which aired an ad during Game 4.
The Atlanta Braves were eliminated from the postseason after a 4-1 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers.

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Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. faced heavy online criticism from fans over his partnership with betting company Kalshi following the Braves' NLDS elimination. Acuna became the first MLB player to partner with the firm, which aired a commercial featuring him during Atlanta's 4-1 Game 4 defeat against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Following the series loss, Acuna expressed frustration and took responsibility for his postseason struggles, finishing 2-for-15 without a home run or RBI. Kalshi has also signed deals with five MLB clubs and high-profile athletes such as Lionel Messi, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and Bryson DeChambeau.

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