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2d ago

Braves Activate Ronald Acuña Jr. After Hamstring Strain

Atlanta will limit him to bench duty to reduce soft‑tissue risk on Miami’s turf.

May 16, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Braves right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (13) in the dugout against the Boston Red Sox in the first inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images.
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May 1, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (13) during a pitching change in the eighth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (13) before the game against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images.

Overview

  • Acuña, who was reinstated Monday, was not in the starting lineup in Miami and was available only to pinch‑hit.
  • The Braves placed infielder Kyle Farmer on the 10‑day injured list with a right forearm strain, retroactive to May 16, to open the roster spot.
  • Manager Walt Weiss said Miami’s artificial turf factors into usage because it is tougher on hamstrings, quads and groins, so the club is proceeding day to day.
  • The team moved up its plan after Acuña’s strong workout Monday, having previously targeted a Tuesday return against left‑hander Braxton Garrett.
  • Acuña missed 13 games after a Grade 1 left hamstring strain on May 2 and had been hitting .252/.362/.378 with two home runs and seven steals, while Atlanta went to 32‑15 with an eight‑game NL East lead.