Atlanta Braves Key Players injuries & transactions Updates

Injury Updates for Key Atlanta Braves Players: Acuña, Strider, Riley, and Jiménez

Stay up-to-date with the latest injury news surrounding Atlanta Braves players, including RF Ronald Acuña Jr., RHP Spencer Strider, 3B Austin Riley, and RHP Joe Jiménez. Here’s a breakdown of their expected return dates and current statuses.

RF Ronald Acuña Jr. – Torn Right ACL

• Injury: Torn right ACL
• Expected Return: Mid-to-late May
• Status Update: The Braves are taking extra care with Acuña’s recovery to avoid any setbacks, similar to his previous experience returning from a left ACL tear in April 2022. After 10 months of rehab for his left knee, they want to ensure Acuña avoids long-term discomfort this time. (Last updated: Feb. 10)

RHP Spencer Strider – UCL Right Elbow Surgery

• Injury: UCL right elbow surgery
• Expected Return: Late April
• Status Update: Spencer Strider is targeting a late-April return, with the possibility of pitching in at least one game before Spring Training ends. This marks just over 12 months since his right ulnar collateral ligament was stabilized with an internal brace. (Last updated: Feb. 10)

3B Austin Riley – Fractured Right Hand

• Injury: Fractured right hand
• Expected Return: Opening Day
• Status Update: Austin Riley has fully recovered from the fractured right hand he sustained last August. The injury, caused by a pitch to his hand, ended his 2024 season prematurely. Riley is expected to be ready for the start of the 2025 season. (Last updated: Feb. 10)

RHP Joe Jiménez – Left Knee Surgery

• Injury: Left knee surgery
• Expected Return: August or later (possibly missing all of 2025)
• Status Update: Joe Jiménez’s recovery timeline is unclear, with doctors finding significant cartilage damage during a knee evaluation in October. His return may be delayed until at least August, and he could miss the entirety of the 2025 season. (Last updated: Feb. 10
• Atlanta Braves Injury Report
  Stay informed on the latest updates regarding Ronald Acuña Jr., Spencer Strider, Austin Riley, and Joe Jiménez as the Braves look to manage injuries heading into the 2025 season.