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Braves' MVP OF Ronald Acuña Jr. tears ACL vs. Pirates, done for season

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. tore the ACL in his left knee on Sunday against the Pittsburgh Pirates.

The Braves announced the injury Sunday night after he underwent an MRI. He'll miss the remainder of the season.

OF Ronald Acuña Jr. tonight underwent an MRI that revealed a complete tear of the ACL in his left knee. He is set to undergo surgery at a date yet to be determined and will miss the remainder of the 2024 season.

— Atlanta Braves (@Braves) May 27, 2024

The injury took place as Acuña took a lead on the base paths from second base in the first inning of Atlanta's 8-1 win.