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MLB Announces Ronald Acuna Jr. News Before Braves-Mets originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Atlanta Braves and New York Mets are set to begin a three-game divisional series on Tuesday at Truist Park, but star outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. was in the news for something else on Monday.

Stuart Fairchild will return to a .260 xwOBA and 45 wRC+ accrued in 36 PAs. Given that Ronald Acuña Jr. is back and Eli White is still on the roster, there won’t be any more “double backup in the outfield corner” stuff,

Preview the June 17 matchup between the Atlanta Braves and New York Mets with recent trends, how to watch, livestream info, and more.

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Atlanta Braves outfielder Stuart Fairchild hit .182 in 33 at-bats before dislocating his pinkie May 29 against the Phillies

There's no simply brushing off the tough loss on Sunday, but the Atlanta Braves first baseman still believe his team is heading in the right direction

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