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Ronald Acuna Jr. Will Not Play the Marlins Series Due to Highly Unusual Reason

Acuna is making a recovery from his hamstring injury. The 5-time All-Star will travel with the team but not play in the upcoming series against the Marlins, as he does not like the turf. Acuna doesn't want to chance any further injury on the synthetic grass at the Marlins' home. He will likely play the home series against the Nationals.

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