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Braves predicted to part ways with $23M veteran stuck in 'slog' amid Ronald Acuna Jr. return
TL;DR
The Atlanta Braves are expected to part ways with a $23 million veteran player as Ronald Acuna Jr. prepares to return from injury. Acuna's return could happen as early as Wednesday, amid ongoing injury challenges for the team.
Key points
- Atlanta Braves dealing with player injuries
- Ronald Acuna Jr. expected to return soon
- Braves may release a $23 million veteran
- Eli White placed on the injured list
- Ha-Seong Kim set to return
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The Atlanta Braves have slowly started getting healthier at this point in the season, but every time one player returns, another seems to suffer an unfortunate injury. Ha-Seong Kim is set to return on Tuesday, while Eli White was placed on the seven-day injured list.
Ronald Acuna Jr. is expected to return at some point this week, potentially as early as Wednesday. There is growing optimism that it could happen as early as Wednesday.
âAcuña coming off the IL when eligible on Wednesday seems optimistic. When asked, Weiss said Ronald still has some boxes to check. That being said, the fact he was doing some agility work today indicates his IL stint shouldn't be too long,â Braves writer Mark Bowman wrote.
When Acuña returns to the roster, someone will likely lose their spot. One possible candidate is veteran Mike Yastrzemski.
Q&A
Why are the Braves expected to part ways with a $23 million veteran?
The Braves are predicted to release the veteran due to his struggles and the team's need to make room for returning players like Ronald Acuna Jr.
When is Ronald Acuna Jr. expected to return to the Braves?
Ronald Acuna Jr. is expected to return as early as Wednesday, depending on his recovery progress.
What injuries are currently affecting the Atlanta Braves roster?
The Braves are dealing with several injuries, including Eli White being placed on the seven-day injured list while other players are returning.
Who is Ha-Seong Kim and how does his return impact the Braves?
Ha-Seong Kim is a player set to return to the Braves lineup, adding depth as the team navigates injuries and prepares for Acuna's return.
