Ronald Acuña Jr. DHing for Braves-Nationals series finale
Ronald Acuña Jr. will serve as the designated hitter for the Atlanta Braves in their series finale against the Washington Nationals. This decision comes after he played right field for three consecutive days while managing a bone bruise in his left thumb. The Braves are making several lineup changes, including replacing Acuña in right field with Eli White.
- ▪Ronald Acuña Jr. is dealing with a bone bruise in his left thumb.
- ▪Eli White will replace Acuña in right field for the game against the Nationals.
- ▪The Braves have experience against Nationals starter Foster Griffin, with active players having a combined .222 batting average against him.
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