Walt Weiss comments on Ronald Acuna Jr.’s blunder against Dodgers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 7:09 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss addressed a mistake made by Ronald Acuna Jr. during a game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Acuna mishandled a play that allowed Shohei Ohtani to advance from first to second base. Weiss noted that Acuna hesitated because first baseman Matt Olson was not covering, attributing some blame to Olson. Acuna's struggles have been ongoing, with limited success at the plate this series, recording only one hit in nine at-bats and three strikeouts. The Braves aim for a series sweep and to solidify their position in the National League standings.
- •Walt Weiss criticized Ronald Acuna Jr.'s defensive miscue against the Dodgers.
- •Acuna hesitated on a play, allowing Shohei Ohtani to advance to second base.
- •The Braves are trying to sweep the Dodgers to improve playoff positioning.
- •Acuna has just one hit in nine at-bats in the series with three strikeouts.
- •Weiss points to miscommunication with first baseman Matt Olson as part of the issue.
- 7:09 PMYahoo Sports — Walt Weiss reacts to Ronald Acuna Jr.’s mistake in Dodgers game
"Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss reacted to a mistake made by right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr.
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