Atlanta snapped a five-game losing streak with a 9-2 victory over the Athletics thanks to a two-homer night from Ronald Acuna Jr., who came back from injury. The Braves are now 3-10 over the last 13 games whereas the Athletics are 6-7 in that span.

Braves pitchers have a collective 3.83 ERA, which ranks seventh in the NL.

Ronald Acuña Jr. sat out Tuesday’s game with low back tightness, but he quickly dispelled any long-term concern when he absolutely launched a leadoff homer to give Atlanta an early 1-0 lead.

Atlanta Braves All-Star right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr. was scratched from Tuesday's lineup against the host Athletics due to lower back tightness. Meanwhile, the Athletics lost All-Star shortstop Jacob Wilson when the rookie was hit on the left wrist by a pitch in the bottom of the first inning.