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Braves' Profar Injured, MRI Planned Amid Outfield Crisis

3/9/2025

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Jurickson Profar, the Braves' new left fielder, suffered a left wrist injury during a Grapefruit League matchup against the Pirates. While X-rays showed no fractures, an MRI is on the horizon. This setback is particularly concerning as Profar was set to step in for Ronald Acuna Jr., whose ACL recovery has already tested Atlanta's outfield depth.

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Jurickson Profar, the Braves' new left fielder, suffered a left wrist injury during a Grapefruit League matchup against the Pirates. While X-rays showed no fractures, an MRI is on the horizon. This setback is particularly concerning as Profar was set to step in for Ronald Acuna Jr., whose ACL recovery has already tested Atlanta's outfield depth.