Braves expect Acuña Jr. to return from injured list Friday
ESPN MLB • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 10:17 PM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
Ronald Acuña Jr. could make his return from the injured list when the Braves face the Orioles in Baltimore starting Friday. Manager Walt Weiss provided the update on Thursday, suggesting Acuña is nearing full recovery. His return would be a significant addition for the Braves as they look to solidify their playoff positioning with several series approaching.
- •Acuña Jr. may return for the Braves' series in Baltimore.
- •Manager Walt Weiss confirmed the possible return on Thursday.
- •Acuña is recovering from an injury that sidelined him.
- •The Braves aim to improve their playoff positioning.
- 10:41 PMESPN MLB — Braves star Acuña Jr. could return from IL Friday
"Braves star Ronald Acuña Jr. could return from the injured list for Atlanta's three-game series in Baltimore starting Friday, manager Walt Weiss said Thursday.
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