Ronald Acuña Jr. to Undergo Season-Ending Knee Surgery
Atlanta Braves Lose Outfielder for Remainder of 2023
Surgery Scheduled for This Week
Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. will undergo season-ending surgery on his left knee this week, the team announced on Tuesday. The surgery is expected to repair a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) that Acuña suffered during a game against the New York Mets on Saturday.
The loss of Acuña is a major blow to the Braves, who are currently in first place in the National League East. Acuña is one of the most dynamic players in baseball, and his absence will be felt both on and off the field. In 82 games this season, Acuña is batting .283 with 15 home runs, 50 RBIs, and 24 stolen bases.
The Braves have not yet announced a timetable for Acuña's return, but it is likely that he will miss the entire 2023 season. This is a significant setback for Acuña, who was expected to be a key part of the Braves' World Series run this year.
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