Overview

• Ronald Acuña Jr. called out Braves manager Brian Snitker in a now-deleted social media post, criticizing the lack of disciplinary action against Jarred Kelenic for failing to hustle on a play during Saturday's game.
• Acuña referenced his 2019 benching for a similar baserunning mistake, contrasting it with Snitker's dismissive 'Was I supposed to?' response to Kelenic's error.
• Kelenic has since apologized for his mistake, stating he needs to 'be better,' but his starting role may be in jeopardy as Acuña's return approaches.
• Acuña, recovering from a torn ACL suffered in May 2024, has been cleared to begin cutting in his rehab and is targeting a May return to the Braves' lineup.
• The incident has brought renewed scrutiny to player-manager dynamics and consistency in enforcing team standards, especially as the Braves look to rebound from a slow start to the season.