Ronald Acuna Jr. (back) scratched for Braves Sunday; Robbie Grossman enters
Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. has been scratched Sunday in the team's game against the New York Mets.
Acuna is dealing with a back ailment. As a result, he has been removed from the lineup for Sunday's contest. Robbie Grossman will now take over in right field versus Mets starter Jacob deGrom.
In 333 plate appearances this season, Acuna has a .268 batting average with a .768 OPS, 9 home runs, 44 rus, 28 RBI and 23 stolen bases.
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