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It was a relatively quiet week, but one of the week's most wholesome moments on social media came through Maria Laborde, the wife of Braves superstar Ronald Acuña Jr., who posted a short video of the couple's youngest son watching a baseball at Truist Park.
In the Instagram Story, their son can be seen perched in the stands, riveted by the on-field action, dressed up in a navy blue “Slam Dunk District” t-shirt — an adorable nod to his early, developing passion for sports.
Ronald Acuna Jr. enjoys game day with Maria and his son at Truist Park
Ronald Acuña Jr., who already delivered plenty of big moments on the field in his return from a painful knee injury and the Braves' run toward contention, had another when he streaked around the bases in the 10th inning.
But it was this one — courtesy of Acuña's son — that lit up social media. I also saw the family in the stands enjoying what looked like a lovely afternoon at the ballpark. Fans nearby were excited to see the Acuña family enjoying the game-day vibe in the section.One of those glimpses was Maria Laborde's post, showing their son watching curiously and excitedly talking during the game. With the pressures and bright lights of the big leagues looming over Acuña as he embarks on his MLB career, the clip gives us a glimpse into family time.
As it turns out, being a dad is just as rewarding as hitting a home run for many players, and that fact has been documented time and again.
Maria Laborde’s heartwarming Truist Park post delights fans
The short video rapidly spread throughout social media, as fans reacted to the sight of the youthful Acuna cheering on the game. Comments ranged from 'He has his father's attention span!' to "Future MVP in the making." The moment instantly went viral, with many praising Maria for sharing such a candid and behind-the-scenes moment that humanizes one of baseball's biggest stars.While Ronald Acuña Jr. had already built a reputation for having an electric on-field presence, sentiment fell over his family following an emotional moment at Truist Park. It captured the conflict many players try to juggle — being great on the pitch, while enjoying small moments off of it.Also Read: Ronald Acuna Jr.’s wife Maria Laborde stuns fans with first gym workout post‑injuryWith Father’s Day around the corner, the timing couldn’t be more perfect. It’s a sweet glimpse into the life of one of baseball’s most exciting families — and a moment fans won’t soon forget.