Even in the offseason, Atlanta cannot afford for Acuna to get hurt. Coming off an MVP season, Acuna is at the center of the Braves’ offense. If Atlanta wants to make a deeper playoff run next season, they’ll need Acuna in the lineup as much as possible.

He made it through 159 games in 2023, a new career-high. He set the league on fire, hitting .337 with 41 home runs, 106 RBI and 73 stolen bases. Acuna became the first player in MLB history to hit 40 home runs and steal 70 bases in the same season.

Despite his historic season, Acuna was still determined to play in the Venezuelan Winter League. He said playing last season helped propel him to his massive 2023 campaign, via Efrain Ruiz of MLB.com. He was hopeful that another trip to Venezuela would have him even more prepare.

However, those plans will be stopped in their tracks for now. With the Braves playing close attention, the Tiburones de la Guaira medical staff will monitor Acuna’s wrist to see if it requires further medical attention. For as good as the star outfielder is, he needs to be on the field to put together masterful performances.