The Atlanta Braves fell to the Kansas City Royals on Tuesday night, 9–6. While their struggles this season continue—with the team now sitting at 45–61 overall—the main concern centered around superstar outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr., who exited the game due to discomfort in his Achilles.
Anytime Acuna Jr. is forced to leave a game or shows signs of injury, the alarm bells ring loud, especially given his history. The 26-year-old has already endured two torn ACLs during his career with the Braves, making any physical setback a major concern.
He was noticeably emotional during his postgame press conference, prompting some to fear the worst.