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Acuña Jr. Out of Stripers Lineup, Return Imminent?
27 Jul
Summary
- Ronald Acuña Jr. stated he feels much better and is ready to play.
- He is expected to rejoin the Braves for their series against the Mets.
- Acuña Jr. was absent from the Gwinnett Stripers' lineup on Sunday.
Ronald Acuña Jr. has indicated he is prepared to rejoin the Atlanta Braves, reporting that he feels "much better" and is "ready to go." The star player is anticipated to be activated as early as Monday for the Braves' road series against the New York Mets. This potential return is further suggested by his notable absence from the Gwinnett Stripers' Sunday lineup.
The Stripers, a minor league affiliate, did not include Acuña Jr. in their game against the Iowa Cubs on July 26. This lineup decision has sparked speculation among reporters, with some interpreting it as a strong sign that his minor league stint has concluded and his return to the major league Braves is imminent.
The Atlanta Braves are currently concluding their series against the Baltimore Orioles. A formal announcement regarding Acuña Jr.'s activation is expected to follow this game, potentially confirming his return for the series against the Mets.
