Eli White on Concussion List After Wall Collision

Outfielder Eli White is now on the 7-day concussion injured list after a collision with the outfield wall. This is a setback for the Braves.
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Braves Roster Moves Include Activation of Ha-Seong Kim

ATLANTA – Outfielder Eli White was placed on the seven-day concussion injured list Monday, a move that coincided with the activation of shortstop Ha-Seong Kim from the injured list. White's placement on the IL comes after a Sunday victory against the Dodgers where he made a notable defensive play, running into a wall.

The Braves announced the transactions, placing White on the seven-day concussion IL as a corresponding move to activating Kim. White's injury occurred during Sunday's game against the Dodgers, a contest the Braves won. Reports indicate he entered the concussion protocol following this game.

Defensive Effort Precedes Injury

White's placement on the injured list follows a game where his defensive contributions were highlighted. His actions in the outfield during Sunday's win over the Dodgers were described as a "defensive gem" and included a play where he collided with the wall.

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Details regarding the exact circumstances of the collision and the severity of the concussion remain sparse, beyond his entry into the league-mandated protocol.

Broader Roster Context

The move involving White and Kim occurs within a period of other roster activity for the Braves. The team has seen recent updates on injuries to other players, including Ronald Acuña Jr. (Grade 1 left hamstring strain) and Sean Murphy (bruised finger). The club's injury report also lists pitchers like Spencer Schwellenbach, Joe Jiménez, and Dylan Dodd as currently sidelined.

White himself has had a varied season at the plate, with past reports noting a slow start, a two-run home run in a Sunday win, and other solo homers in previous games. He has also seen his playing time fluctuate, being absent from lineups on several occasions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why was Eli White placed on the concussion list?
Eli White was placed on the seven-day concussion injured list on Monday. This happened after he collided with the outfield wall during Sunday's game against the Dodgers.
Q: Who was activated from the injured list for the Braves?
Shortstop Ha-Seong Kim was activated from the injured list by the Braves. This move happened at the same time Eli White was placed on the concussion list.
Q: What other players are currently injured for the Braves?
The Braves have several other players on their injury report. These include Ronald Acuña Jr. (hamstring), Sean Murphy (finger), and pitchers Spencer Schwellenbach, Joe Jiménez, and Dylan Dodd.