If Atlanta Braves the lineup can withstand loss by former NL MVP Freddie Freeman in 2022, they will likely need large production from newcomer Matt Olson and playoff hero Eddie Rosario. Another key stick for the reigning World Series champion is Venezuelan skier Ronald Acuña Jr.
The 24-year-old two-time All-Star is limited to 82 games in 2021 after tearing his right ACL in July, but Braves fans received a positive update on Friday about his condition. recovery status of young players.
Per BowmanAtlanta manager Brian Snitker is optimistic about Acuña Jr. waiting to return the diamond.
“He had to go through this process,” Snitker said. “There’s the timeline(s) the doctors have. He’s doing everything. He’s right where he needs to be at this point in rehab. Everyone feels really good about where they are. mine.”
Bowman added that 2018’s Rookie of the Year has spent the winter rocking in the Los Angeles area, and when he arrived at spring training a few weeks ago, he said he’d play on Opening Day if it were up to him. belong to him.
After a sensational rookie campaign, Acuña Jr. best season so far in 2019. That year he led the National League in goalscoring appearances (715), scoring (127) and steals (37), while also collecting 41 runs. home, 101 RBI and 175 hits and a post ,280/. 365 / .518 slash lines.
Acuña Jr placed fifth in the NL MVP vote in 2019, earning the first of two All-Star nods and claiming the first of two Silver Sluggers.
