Ronald Acuña Jr. Leaves Game With Leg Contusion
Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. left a game against Cincinnati after fouling a ball off his left leg, and is listed as day-to-day with a contusion.
Minot Bismarck Dickinson, ND, September 22, 2026 —
Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. exited a recent game against the Cincinnati Reds after sustaining an injury to his left leg. The incident occurred when Acuña Jr. fouled a ball off himself.
Following the injury, Acuña Jr. was removed from the game. Medical personnel assessed the situation, and he has since been diagnosed with a contusion. His current status has been updated to day-to-day.
Further details regarding the specific date of the game or the opposing pitcher were not provided in the available information. The severity of the contusion and the exact timeline for his return to play beyond the day-to-day designation were also not disclosed.
Acuña Jr., a prominent player for the Braves, will be monitored closely as he recovers from the injury. The team has not released additional information regarding his immediate playing schedule or any potential diagnostic procedures beyond the initial assessment.
Story summarized from the original created by PAUL NEWBERRY, Associated Press on www.kxnet.com, see more information here.
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