Regarding NL MVP Ronald Acuña Jr.’s injury, the Atlanta Braves have released an update. After seeing the 26-year-old outfielder in Los Angeles, Dr. Neal ElAttrache confirmed that Acuña’s right knee was irritated, as reported by the Atlanta Braves.
As per Braves beat reporter Justin Toscano, Acuña was out on March 1st because of right knee pain.
After the superstar outfielder was evaluated, an MRI revealed inflammation in his meniscus, which prompted the decision to consult a physician in Los Angeles, according to Toscano.
Anuña’s Reentry Schedule
The Braves are choosing to proceed cautiously with Acuña, even though his absence from the starting lineup on March 1 was a precaution. The team will progressively raise his baseball activities in the lead-up to Opening Day, but they expect him to be ready.
Mark Bowman of MLB.com reports that Acuña told reporters, “I feel like I can play today.” “Every day, I can play.” However, I report to a boss. I will play as soon as they say I can.
While the outfielder feels like he’s ready to go it is not out surprising that the Braves are taking caution. Acuña originally hurt the same knee in 2021, ending his season. The Braves would go on to win the World Series after Acuña had his knee surgically repaired by Dr. Neal ElAttrache.
After winning the National League MVP award in 2023, Acuña had a remarkable season. The slugger turned in a.337/.416/.596 line. Acuña became the first player to be inducted into the 40/70 club in MLB history. According to MLB.com, no other player who had stolen 70 bases had ever hit the 30-home run milestone.
In 2023, Acuña led a revolutionary offensive. Even though Matt Olson, Austin Riley, and other Braves studs had fantastic seasons, Acuña ended up winning MVP.
The Braves lead the league in home runs and on-base percentage, so they have no shortage of powerful hitters at the plate. On the basepaths, Acuña has the special power to alter the course of a game. Over half of the 132 bases that the Braves stole during the previous season were thanks to Acuña.
