Atlanta Braves news and notes from Tuesday.
Prior to Tuesday’s contest out west, Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. was scratched from the lineup card with back tightness. He is considered day-to-day.
Acuna was scratched with lower back tightness. Trainer George Poulis got Snitker’s attention during batting practice, to seemingly alert him of Acuna’s discomfort
— Mark Bowman (@mlbbowman) July 9, 2025
Acuña reportedly suffered the injury while lifting weights. He will be reevaluated today to gauge his availability for All-Star activities taking place next week.
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The Braves lost their fifth game in a row after Tuesday night’s 10-1 loss to the Athletics. Didier Fuentes, who started the game and surrendered three home runs in just one inning, will be sent down.
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MLB News:
The Washington Nationals have officially announced their deal with pitcher Luis Garcia. In a corresponding move, the club optioned Eduardo Salazar to Triple-A Rochester.
The New York Yankees placed right-hander Mark Leiter Jr. on the 15-day injured list with a left fibular head stress fracture. There is not yet a timeline for his return.
Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Rhys Hoskins is expected to return mid to late August after suffering a thumb injury.
Baltimore Orioles catcher Gary Sanchez will likely miss eight to ten weeks due to a right knee sprain.