WATCH: Ronald Acuna Jr. helps brother get picture with Shohei Ohtani at MLB MVP awards ceremony in NYC

Ronald Acuna Jr. and Shohei Ohtani were honored at the BBWAA awards dinner for being one of the most outstanding players of the 2023 season.

WATCH: Ronald Acuna Jr. helps brother get picture with Shohei Ohtani at MLB MVP awards ceremony in NYC

Ronald Acuna Jr. helps brother get picture with Shohei Ohtani [Image Credit: X/Imago]

Ronald Acuna Jr. and Shohei Ohtani were crowned at the annual BBWAA awards ceremony in NY for outstanding performance in the 2023 season, along with other MLB players. These two headlined the start of the event with historic and jaw-dropping performances last season as they received their MLB MVP award.

At the dawn of the 100th anniversary of the event’s inception, players from all around the baseball community gathered to receive their respective awards and celebrate the glorious ceremony. The event further lighted up with Ohtani and Acuna Jr.’s small meetup at the stage, as the latter made his brother’s wish come true.

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The Atlanta Braves‘ reigning MVP was joined by his family and his brother Luisangel Acuna had a very specific and special request. He wanted to get a picture with two-way sensation Shohei Ohatni during the banquet. 

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After a quick talk, the trio could be seen taking side stage as Acuna Jr. clicked a photo of Ohtani with his brother. The precious moment was further hyped up by the online fan community as they celebrated the duo getting the awards at BBWAA.

Ronald Acuna Jr. and Shohei Ohtani thank everyone for their continued support of career

While Shohei Ohtani gave a warm speech to thank both his past and present organizations, family, friends, and fans, Ronald Acuna Jr. chose a different way of approach. While thanking everyone for supporting him in his MLB journey, he also sent a warning message to his opponents.

Ronald Acuna Jr. and Shohei Ohtani [Image Credit: Sportskeeda/X]
Ronald Acuna Jr. and Shohei Ohtani [Image Credit: Sportskeeda/X]

“I’m just getting started,” Acuna Jr. said. The MLB community celebrated as the Braves outfielder became the 1st player in AL/NL history to hit at least 40 homeruns and steal at least 70 bases in the same season.

Ohtani on the other hand, thanked his former organization (LA Angels) for continued support for six years. He further thanked the LA Dodgers for “believing” in him and penning a $700 million contract. “I am looking forward to this next phase in my career,” the Japanese star stated.

Dusty Baker praised Ohtani stating, “He’s one of the most talented players I’ve ever seen.” Last season, Ohtani led the MLB in wins above replacement with 10.1. Both Ohtani and Acuna Jr. will face off on May 3rd when the Braves head to LA. This matchup will surely be one of the most anticipated ones, as two MVP stars share the same field.

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