Braves activate Ronald Acuña Jr. from the injured list
The Atlanta Braves have activated Ronald Acuña Jr. from the injured list, allowing him to return after a hamstring injury. Manager Walt Weiss indicated that Acuña's playing time may be influenced by the turf conditions at loanDepot Park. Meanwhile, infielder Kyle Farmer has been placed on the injured list with a forearm strain.
- ▪Ronald Acuña Jr. was sidelined since May 2 due to a strained left hamstring.
- ▪Manager Walt Weiss mentioned that the turf at Miami's loanDepot Park could affect Acuña's playing time.
- ▪Acuña is batting .252 with two home runs and nine RBIs this season.
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