The Atlanta Braves faced another setback as outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. exited the game against the Kansas City Royals with right Achilles tightness, later diagnosed with a Grade 1 calf strain. Following the game, Acuña was seen in a walking boot and will be evaluated further to determine the extent of the injury.
This season, Acuña played 55 games, returning from an ACL tear, achieving a .306/.429/.577 batting line with 14 home runs. However, his stolen base count is significantly down from last year, reflecting a cautious approach post-injury. With the Braves struggling at 45-61 and Acuña now sidelined for at least 10 days, the team may adopt a conservative approach to his recovery.
The Braves' entire starting rotation is currently on the injured list, highlighting their depth issues, as utility player Eli White is their next best outfield option after recalling Jarred Kelenic. This season’s challenges have put Atlanta 13 games behind the wild card, prompting potential trades before the deadline.
