‘Mapped out’ comeback for Acuña after knee pain
North Port, Florida: The precise date that Ronald Acuña Jr. will return to playing in Spring Training games is unknown, according to Braves manager Brian Snitker. However, during the last week, regular activity has improved the painful right knee of the reigning National League MVP.
“He’s making progress and fulfilling all of their requests,” Snitker stated. “I’ll put him in there when [head athletic trainer George Poulis] tells me.”
The Braves don’t need to rush Acuña, who hasn’t played since experiencing right knee pain during a game against the Twins on February 29. Opening Day is little over two weeks away. Over the previous three days, the outfielder has participated in live batting practice and saw live pitching.
“They have everything planned out,” Snitker
The Braves have at least tried to reduce the possibility that Acuña’s knee would be a bothersome problem throughout the regular season by allowing him more time to recover.
After getting engaged in a rundown between second and third base during the game on February 29, Acuña had soreness the following day. Renowned surgeon Dr. Neal ElAttrache verified this diagnosis after examining the celebrity in his Los Angeles clinic, based on an MRI that revealed inflammation surrounding the meniscus.
Acuña declared himself prepared to play right away upon his return to Braves camp on March 5. Thus, there are no worries regarding his availability on Opening Day. However, the Braves have not disclosed the precise number of games he will play prior to the start of the regular season.
After hitting 41 home runs and stealing 73 bases in the previous season, Acuña produced MLB’s first 40-70 season. Snitker stated that Acuña’s aggressiveness on the bases this season won’t be impacted by his recent knee injury.
Snitker stated, “He’s still young and at an age where he can still [steal a lot of bases].” “He will eventually come to a point where he will slow down on his own.” Right now, you just need to let go of
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