Overview
- Ronald Acuña Jr. has homered in four straight games, hitting five home runs during that span and including a leadoff blast that underscored his sudden power surge.
- The hot streak follows a roughly two‑week absence for a left hamstring strain and a slow return to the lineup earlier in the month.
- The Braves are balancing Acuña’s production with cautious usage to protect soft‑tissue health while monitoring follow‑up issues and playing time.
- General manager Alex Anthopoulos reported positive progress for prospects, saying Hurston Waldrep will begin a rehab assignment and that Drake Baldwin is trending well.
- Atlanta prepares for a Blue Jays series that will feature Kevin Gausman against Bryce Elder, and Toronto is evaluating outfielder Jesus Sanchez after he was struck in the wrist by a ball thrown from the stands with X‑rays negative.