Atlanta Braves news and notes from Friday.
Despite the 2-1 loss the Atlanta Braves suffered against the San Diego Padres, Friday was a refreshing night at Truist Park. Ronald Acuña Jr. made his season debut, and appeared to be in midseason form.
On the first major league pitch he’s seen in nearly a year, Acuña delivered a 467 foot home run.
The first big-league pitch he’s seen in a nearly a year…
LA BESTIA IS BACK! pic.twitter.com/4SOWxliGgu
— Atlanta Braves (@Braves) May 23, 2025
Not only did Acuña show off offensively, but he also hosed Elías Díaz at second base.
Have we mentioned that Ronald is back? ‘Cause he is SO back.@ronaldacunajr24 | #BravesCountry pic.twitter.com/1rinOup2m6
— Atlanta Braves (@Braves) May 24, 2025
All in all, it was an impressive season debut for Ronald, who will hopefully help the Braves get back in the win column this afternoon.
More Braves News:
To make room on the roster for Acuña, the Braves designated Orlando Arcia for assignment. He appeared in just 14 games for Atlanta this season.
Drew Compton logged two homers as the Columbus Clingstones swept a double-header. More in the minor league recap.
MLB News:
Cincinnati Reds prospect Rhett Lowder suffered an oblique strain during his rehab outing that will certainly delay his return to the majors. There is not yet a timetable for his return.
Reliever Jake Diekman announced his retirement on Friday after 13 seasons.
The Kansas City Royals acquired infielder Diego Castillo from the New York Mets, likely in exchange for cash.
Cleveland Guardians right-hander Ben Lively will undergo Tommy John and will miss between 12 and 16 months.