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Ronald Acuña Jr. Homers in First Rehab Game as Braves Stars Progress Toward Return

Acuña Jr. and Spencer Strider make strides in their recoveries, with both targeting early June returns to bolster the Braves' roster.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 31: Ronald Acuna Jr. #13 of the Atlanta Braves hits a grand slam home run against starting pitcher Lance Lynn #35 of the Los Angeles Dodgers during the second inning at Dodger Stadium on August 31, 2023 in Los Angeles, California.
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Overview

  • Ronald Acuña Jr., recovering from a torn ACL, began his rehab assignment with the Florida Complex League Braves and hit a home run in his first game on May 13, 2025.
  • Spencer Strider, recovering from UCL surgery and a hamstring strain, is set to throw a 70–75 pitch simulated game on May 14, 2025, to determine his next steps.
  • Acuña Jr.'s rehab assignment is limited to 20 days, with a potential return to the Braves' lineup by early June if no setbacks occur.
  • The Braves, currently 21-21, are struggling offensively and hope the returns of Acuña and Strider will provide much-needed stability and performance boosts.
  • Acuña's recovery marks his second comeback from an ACL tear, following his MVP-caliber 2023 season where he hit 41 home runs and stole 73 bases.