However, Verdugo soon returned to the player who batted .233 for the New York Yankees a year ago. He’s hit just .173 with three RBI and a lowly .424 OPS in his last 14 games, and the Braves are only 7-7 in that time. Verdugo endured a 1-for-24 slump at one point, and Braves fans appear ready to move on.

Acuña’s return comes almost exactly one year after the injury that sidelined him for the remainder of last season.

Ronald Acuña Jr. is officially back for the Braves, nearly a year after his ACL injury. Discover how his return could reshape Atlanta's lineup, spark the offense, and reignite their championship hopes in 2025.