Acuna could return within the next two-to-three weeks, according to Mark Bowman of MLB.com. However, it's worth noting that Acuna, who plays as hard as any player in the majors, has a serious injury history. He has suffered two season-ending ACL tears, one in his right knee in 2021 and the left knee this past season.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. was removed from Tuesday night's loss at Kansas City with tightness in his right Achilles tendon and will be placed on the 10-day injured list. Acuña experienced discomfort after chasing down a ball in right field. He'll be evaluated further on Wednesday.

The Kansas City Royals escaped with an extra innings win against the Atlanta Braves thanks to heroics from Salvador Perez.

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Salvador Perez drove in MJ Melendez with a single in the 10th inning, leading the Kansas City Royals to a 1-0 win over the Atlanta Braves

Salvador Perez lashed a walk-off single in the 10th inning, and nine Kansas City pitchers combined on a five-hit shutout as the Kansas City Royals blanked the visiting Atlanta Braves 1-0 on Wednesday afternoon.