Overview
- The latest setback is a recurrence of a Grade 1 left hamstring strain first suffered in early May and reinjured while running out a ground ball on June 9.
- Atlanta placed Acuña on the 10‑day injured list on June 10 and manager Walt Weiss’s June 17 update signaled the team will be much more cautious than after the first strain.
- The Braves have added short‑term depth, including Jair Camargo and the return of Carlos Carrasco to the roster, to cover lineup and bullpen roles while Acuña heals.
- The club’s decision to slow the timetable reflects medical concern about soft‑tissue injuries that recur in the same spot and Acuña’s recent history of major lower‑body injuries, including a 2024 ACL tear.
- Atlanta’s place atop the NL East gives the team room to prioritize long‑term health, but the cautious plan raises the real possibility Acuña could miss significant time into or beyond the All‑Star break.