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Ronald Acuña Jr. exits game with hamstring tightness as Braves lose in extras

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Last updated Jun 11, 2026

Ronald Acuña Jr. exits game with hamstring tightness as Braves lose in extras

Summary

Ronald Acuña Jr. limped off the field in the fourth inning during the Braves' game against the White Sox on June 9, 2026. He was replaced in the outfield and later diagnosed with hamstring tightness, similar to a previous injury this season. The Braves suffered a 6-5 loss in extra innings. Hurston Waldrep is set to make a rehab start for the Columbus Clingstones on June 11, 2026.

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•Acuña exited after running to first base in the fourth inning.
•Eli White replaced him in right field.
•The Braves lost to the Chicago White Sox, 6-5, in 10 innings.
•Waldrep is making a rehab start for Columbus on June 11, 2026.

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