SAD NEWS: Marcell Ozuna’s Family Shares Urgent Update About His Mother’s Health

April 29, 2025 – Atlanta, GA

Just 30 minutes ago, the family of Atlanta Braves star Marcell Ozuna issued a deeply emotional statement to fans, announcing that Ozuna’s mother is currently hospitalized and undergoing emergency medical treatment following a sudden and serious health episode.

The news broke via a family representative, who posted the following message:

“Our beloved mother is facing a critical health situation at this time. We ask for prayers, strength, and privacy as our family stands together beside her. Thank you for respecting this difficult moment.”

💔 A Devoted Son Faces a New Challenge

Marcell Ozuna has always been vocal about the important role his mother played in his life and career. Born and raised in the Dominican Republic, Ozuna often credited her with keeping the family strong and supporting his baseball dreams through sacrifice and unwavering love.

“She’s the heart of our family,” Ozuna once said in an interview. “Everything I have, I owe to her strength.”

Now, that strength is being tested in a new and unexpected way, and Marcell is reportedly by her side as she receives urgent care at a private medical facility in Atlanta.

🏟️ Braves Organization Offers Full Support

In a statement released shortly after the announcement, the Atlanta Braves organization expressed their full support for Ozuna:

“Marcell is an irreplaceable part of our team, but right now, family comes first. We are keeping him and his family in our thoughts, and he has our full support to take all the time he needs.”

Sources close to the team have confirmed that Ozuna has taken an indefinite leave of absence from the Braves to be with his family.

💬 An Outpouring of Love from Across Baseball

Following the announcement, teammates, fans, and baseball players from across the league flooded social media with heartfelt messages of encouragement:

💬 @Braves: “We stand with you, Marcell. Sending strength to your family.”
💬 @RonaldAcuna24: “Hermano, estoy contigo. Fuerza y fe.”
💬 @MLB: “Our thoughts are with Marcell Ozuna and his family during this difficult time.”

Even fans from rival teams joined in the show of solidarity, reminding everyone that the baseball community is a family above all.

🕊️ A Moment of Reflection

Ozuna, who has been on a hot streak this season and is considered one of the Braves’ emotional leaders in the clubhouse, has not made a personal statement yet. However, sources say he has expressed gratitude for the wave of support and has asked for fans to “keep his mother in their prayers.”

At Truist Park, fans have already begun organizing signs, tribute messages, and even a pre-game moment of silence for the upcoming weekend series.

🙏 Hope in the Midst of Uncertainty

While no additional details have been shared regarding his mother’s condition, many close to the family say they remain hopeful. “She’s a fighter,” one relative was quoted as saying. “Marcell gets his fire from her.”

📢 Braves Fans: A Message of Unity

As Marcell Ozuna steps away from the field to support the woman who supported him all his life, Braves Nation is united in one message: We’re behind you, Marcell. Always.

Whether you’re cheering from the stands or praying from afar, this is a moment where the game pauses — and humanity shines.