Braves forced to send superstar back on IL amid MLB’s best start

The Atlanta Braves are firing on all cylinders, leading Major League Baseball with a 24-10 record. The franchise looked forward to adding All-Star pitcher Spencer Strider to its starting rotation to keep the hot streak going. The Braves are seeking a sweep against the Colorado Rockies on Sunday, May 3, in Denver.

Unfortunately, the Braves announced a roster move alongside Strider’s activation that is all too familiar to Atlanta fans. MORE: Yankees facing roster dilemma and their deadline for a solution is today The team placed superstar outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. on the 10-day injured list.

He strained his left hamstring during Saturday’s 9-1 victory over the Rockies. Injuries piling up Before heading to the IL, Acuna played all 34 games for the Braves this season. He endured a slow start by his standards, turning in a slash line of .

262/. 362/. 378 with two home runs, nine RBIs and seven stolen bases.