Braves Injury Crisis: Acuña Hamstring, Strider Elbow; Trade Urgency Grows
Key Questions
What injuries are currently affecting the Braves?
Ronald Acuña Jr. has a Grade 1 hamstring strain and Spencer Strider has an elbow issue that has led to him being shut down for four weeks. Both players remain out as the team deals with roster churn.
What recent roster moves have the Braves made?
The Braves designated Ian Hamilton for assignment, recalled Jim Jarvis to start at shortstop, selected Carlos Carrasco to the active roster, and optioned JR Ritchie to Triple-A Gwinnett. They have also signed veterans for added depth.
Which players are the Braves targeting in trades?
The Braves are favorites to acquire Tarik Skubal and have also been linked to Sonny Gray due to high trade urgency. Chris Sale earned his 10th All-Star selection and recorded his 500th strikeout as a Brave.
Ronald Acuña Jr. (Grade 1 hamstring strain) and Spencer Strider (elbow, shut down 4 weeks) remain out. Braves continue roster churn: designated Ian Hamilton, recalled Jim Jarvis to start at shortstop. Trade urgency high; Braves are favorites for Tarik Skubal and now also linked to Sonny Gray. Signed veterans for depth. Chris Sale earned his 10th All-Star selection and recorded his 500th strikeout as a Brave.