Ronald Acuna Jr. exits game with left shin contusion against Reds
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 12:56 AM
Last updated Sep 23, 2026
Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. left Tuesday night’s game against the Cincinnati Reds due to a left shin contusion. Acuna sustained the injury in the bottom of the third inning after fouling a ball off his leg but walked off the field under his own power. X-rays revealed no fractures, and he is considered day-to-day. This injury comes as the Braves prepare for the postseason, where Acuna's availability could impact their performance significantly.
- •Acuna exited the game in the third inning after a foul ball injury.
- •X-rays returned negative; he is day-to-day.
- •This season, Acuna has played 104 games.
- •The Braves have already secured the NL East championship.
- 12:56 AMYahoo Sports — Ronald Acuna Jr. injury update: What we know as Braves star leaves game with shin contusion
"Atlanta Braves star Ronald Acuna Jr. exited Tuesday night's game against the Cincinnati Reds after sustaining a left shin contusion.
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