Marly Rivera ESPN Writer
Braves manager Brian Snitker on Ronald Acuña's abdominal strain: “Feels a lot belter; feels maybe like we dodged a bullet there. We'll see how he feels tomorrow. The good thing is that he feels a lot better.”
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Marly Rivera ESPN Writer
Freddie Freeman on Ronald Acuña's injury (abdominal strain): “It's always a concern when someone leaves the game, but with the news that he has a mild strain; not going on the IL that was big for us, so we'll see in a couple of days where we are.”
Marly Rivera ESPN Writer
Freddie Freeman on his contract negotiations with the Braves: “There's no negotiations; there is nothing going on. I'm worried about Taillon tonight.” Freeman added he was not frustrated or worried, and that he does not think he will have any more talks in-season.
Braves say Acuna day-to-day with mild ab strain
An MRI performed on Ronald Acuna Jr. showed he has a mild abdominal strain and he is day-to-day, the Atlanta Braves announced Monday.
Heredia hits a grand slam for his 2nd HR of the day (0:28)
Freeman, Braves pound Cubs 13-4, lose Acuña to injury
— Freddie Freeman crushed one of Atlanta's four homers in the first inning against Kyle Hendricks, leading the Braves to a potentially costly 13-4 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Sunday night.
Braves rattle Hendricks for four home runs in the first inning (1:10)
'Frederick! Freddie!' Rizzo has fun chasing down Freeman in a pickle (0:21)
Braves star Acuna leaves victory in fourth inning
On Sunday night, Atlanta star Ronald Acuna Jr. left the Braves' victory over the Cubs with an abdominal strain in the fourth inning.
Acuna leaves game due to injury after a couple of head-first slides (1:07)
Freeman hits moonshot of a HR to right (0:33)
How Acuna has gotten off to a fast start (0:50)
Ronald Acuña Jr. and Ozzie Albies are having themselves a good time
The camaraderie between the two is as noticeable. Ask Albies about his teammate's ability and his response is simple: Anything is possible.
Bryant, Contreras lead Cubs over Braves in Kazmar's return
— Kris Bryant and Willson Contreras each homered twice, and the Chicago Cubs beat the Braves 13-4 Saturday on an afternoon when Atlanta returned Sean Kazmar Jr. to the major leagues for the first time in 13 years.
Braves' Kazmar plays in first MLB game since '08
Sean Kazmar Jr. returned to the major leagues after an 13-year absence, pinch hitting for the Atlanta Braves and grounding into a double play on Saturday against the Chicago Cubs.
Cubs hit by 4 more pitches, Braves hold on in 9th to win 5-2
— Kyle Wright plunked four Cubs batters but still left with the lead after a last-minute call-up, Will Smith stranded the bases loaded in the bottom of the ninth inning and the Atlanta Braves escaped with a bizarre 5-2 win Friday over Chicago.
Braves LHP Smyly scratched from start, on IL
The Braves hope left-hander Drew Smyly will miss only one start after he was placed on the 10-day injured list with left forearm inflammation.
Breaking down Ronald Acuna Jr.'s amazing start
The Braves' young superstar is showing early signs of taking his game, which was great to begin with, to another level.
Swanson's RBI single caps rally in 9th, Braves beat Marlins
— Dansby Swanson's RBI single with the bases loaded capped Atlanta's two-run rally in the ninth inning and the Braves beat the Miami Marlins 7-6 Thursday to snap a four-game losing streak.
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Aguilar's double lifts Marlins past Braves; Acuña 2 homers
— Jesus Aguilar drove in the winning run with a 10th-inning double and the Miami Marlins overcame two homers by Ronald Acuña Jr. for their third straight win in Atlanta, beating the Braves 6-5 Wednesday night after squandering a 5-0 lead.
Night of 11 aces: Bieber-Giolito doesn't disappoint; Snell falls apart
Tuesday night saw 11 legitimate preseason Cy Young candidates all starting. Their results varied.
Duvall hits 2 HRs, drives in 7 as Marlins rout Braves 14-8
— Adam Duvall drove in seven runs against his former Atlanta teammates with four hits, including two home runs, and the Miami Marlins beat Max Fried and the Braves 14-8 on Tuesday night.
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Cooper drives in 3 to lift Marlins over Braves in 10 innings
— Garrett Cooper had three RBI and drove in the go-ahead run in the 10th inning off Jacob Webb, lifting the Miami Marlins to a 5-3 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Monday night.
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2021 NL East Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | 7 | 4 | .636 | - | W1 |
| Philadelphia | 8 | 8 | .500 | 1.5 | L1 |
| Miami | 7 | 8 | .467 | 2 | L1 |
| Atlanta | 7 | 9 | .438 | 2.5 | W1 |
| Washington | 5 | 9 | .357 | 3.5 | L2 |
2021 Team Leaders
- Batting
- Pitching
BATTING AVERAGE
Home Runs
RUNS BATTED IN
Earned Run Average
Wins
Strikeouts
Team Stats
- Pitching
- Batting
Earned Run Average4.9326th
Quality Starts3Tied-17th
WHIP1.4126th
BAA.26129th
Runs81Tied-5th
Batting Average.23513th
On Base Percentage.3259th
Slugging Percentage.4364th