Braves News: Ronald Acuña Jr. update, Chris Sale filthy, and more
Atlanta Braves news and notes from Friday.
Apr 29, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Braves right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (13) in the dugout against the Detroit Tigers in the third inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images | Brett Davis-Imagn Images The Atlanta Braves received some unfortunate news when outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr.
was placed on the injured list with a left hamstring strain earlier this week. However, he is eligible to return on Wednesday, and Mark Bowman of MLB. com reported that a timely return is plausible.
Acuña was seen doing some agility exercises ahead of Friday night’s game, which was a great sign for the team who is typically riddled with injury. Ronald Acuña Jr. testing his hamstring.
He’ll be eligible for activation on Wednesday pic. twitter. com/5UySJio2Pq — Mark Bowman (@mlbbowman) May 8, 2026 If Acuña is able to return as soon as Wednesday, it would provide a major boost for Atlanta as the Braves look to stay atop the National League standings.