JUNE 16, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM
ORLANDO ARCIA #11 - SHORTSTOP - ATLANTA BRAVES
17 HR •
46 RBI •
.218 AVG
17 HR
46 RBI
.218 AVG
On a lopsided trade, a PowerPoint and the rise of Orlando Arcia It wasn't long ago that the Braves didn't know who their shortstop would be. Arcia has provided the answer with an All-Star-caliber season.
Keeps raking in twin bill Arcia went 4-for-8 with two runs scored and four RBI across both games of Wednesday's doubleheader sweep of the Tigers.
Impact The veteran shortstop collected two hits and drove in two runs in each half of the twin bill. Arcia has been on a tear in June, getting held hitless only twice in 12 games while reeling off six multi-hit performances for a .378 (17-for-45) batting average with one homer, five runs and 10 RBI. The surge has boosted his slash line on the season to .331/.383/.470 -- putting him on pace to top his previous career best in OPS by 120 points.
JUNE 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Orlando Arcia a hero again, Braves rally to edge Nationals Orlando Arcia provided the dramatics for the second straight night, this time driving in the go-ahead run in the eighth inning to complete a...
JUNE 10, 2023 • DEADSPIN.COM
Belts clutch homer Arcia went 3-for-5 with a solo home run and two total RBI in a 10-inning with against the Mets on Thursday.
Impact Arcia singled home a run in the third inning and came through with a game-tying solo homer with one out in the bottom of the ninth against Mets closer David Robertson. The long ball was his first since May 17, a span of 19 games. Despite the recent power drought, Arcia has been hitting pretty well, slashing .309/.356/.368 over that 19-contest stretch.
JUNE 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Arcia drives in go-ahead run, Elder recovers as Braves rally to beat Mets 6-4
Orlando Arcia drove in the go-ahead run in Atlanta’s four-run sixth, Bryce Elder overcame his worst inning of the season and the Braves beat the New York Mets 6-4JUNE 7, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Aaron Judge, Nolan Arenado headline Ben Verlander's team of the week
FOX Sports MLB analyst Ben Verlander's latest team of the week features Aaron Judge and Nolan Arenado.MAY 22, 2023
Arcia drives in go-ahead run in 7th as Braves beat rookie Miller, Mariners 6-2
Orlando Arcia’s single off the right-field wall drove in the go-ahead run in the seventh and the Atlanta Braves overcame another strong start by Seattle rookie Bryce Miller to beat...MAY 20, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Pops homer Wednesday Arcia went 1-for-3 with a solo home run and a walk in Wednesday's 6-5 win over the Rangers.
Impact The homer was Arcia's second in the last three games, and he's hit safely in five straight contest, going 7-for-17 (.412) with five extra-base hits in that span. The infielder is up to a .342/.405/.592 slash line with four homers, 12 RBI, 15 runs scored and no stolen bases through 84 plate appearances. He's enjoyed steady playing time as the starting shortstop since returning from a wrist injury earlier in the month.
MAY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Braves come back to beat Rangers on Orlando Arcia's HR On a night when Spencer Strider started and Ronald Acuna Jr. went deep, Orlando Arcia emerged as the Atlanta Braves' star in a 6-5 victory o...
MAY 18, 2023 • DEADSPIN.COM
Reaches four times in rout Arcia went 2-for-2 with a home run, a double, two walks, three total runs and two total RBI in Monday's 12-0 win over the Rangers.
Impact Arcia's perfect game at the plate included a two-run homer and a double that came before Ronald Acuna's two-run shot. Before Monday, Arcia hadn't gone deep since April 6 against San Diego, though he missed nearly a month soon thereafter with a wrist injury. The shortstop is slashing a robust .333/.395/.551 with three homers, 10 RBI and 14 runs through 20 games on the season.
MAY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Three hits in Tuesday's win Arcia went 3-for-4 with a double, a run scored and an RBI in Tuesday's 9-3 win over the Red Sox.
Impact The veteran shortstop has gone a remarkable 4-for-8 with two doubles in two games since returning from a nearly four-week absence due to a wrist injury, despite the fact he didn't go on a rehab assignment to shake off the rust. Arcia's .358/.414/.547 slash line through 58 plate appearances isn't a sustainable pace and is bolstered by a .436 BABIP, but the 28-year-old could take a big step back and still put together a career-best campaign at the plate.
MAY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Raps out double in return Arcia went 1-for-4 with a double in Sunday's extra-innings win over the Orioles.
Impact Getting the start at shortstop and batting eighth in his return from a wrist injury, Arcia led off the fifth inning with a two-bagger, driving the ball the other way into the right-center gap. The 28-year-old also was his usual excellent self on defense and showed no real rust despite the fact that he didn't go out on a rehab assignment and hadn't seen game action since April 12. Arcia was having a fantastic beginning to the season before getting hurt, and he sports a .327/.389/.510 slash line with two homers, seven RBI and 10 runs in 14 contests.
MAY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Ron Washington discusses Braves' shortstop situation after Orlando Arcia's abrupt return Without any injury-rehab assignment, Arcia played well Sunday in a 3-2 walk-off win against Baltimore.
MAY 7, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Braves activate Orlando Arcia, option Vaughn Grissom The Braves on Sunday activated Orlando Arcia on Sunday and, in a corresponding move, optioned Vaughn Grissom.
MAY 7, 2023 • AJC.COM
Makes early return from IL Atlanta reinstated Arcia (wrist) from the 10-day injured list Sunday. He'll start at shortstop and bat eighth in Atlanta's series finale with Baltimore.
Impact Since he's been sidelined since April 12 with a microfracture in his left wrist, Arcia was expected to head out on a minor-league rehab assignment prior to returning from the IL, but Atlanta was comfortable enough with how the infielder checked out during workouts the last two days to expedite his activation. Atlanta sent Vaughn Grissom to Triple-A Gwinnett in a corresponding transaction, clearing the way for Arcia to step back in as the team's everyday shortstop. Prior to injuring his wrist, Arcia had slashed .333/.400/.511 with two home runs, 10 runs and seven RBI over 50 plate appearances.
MAY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
David O'Brien: The Braves reinstated shortstop Orlando Arcia... - The Athletic The Braves reinstated shortstop Orlando Arcia from the injured list, accelerating his return from a left-wrist microfracture due to a need f...
MAY 7, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Begins taking dry swings Arcia (wrist) began taking dry swings Thursday, Justin Toscano of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
Impact It's a significant step forward for Arcia, who had been limited to throwing and running over the last few weeks but is now getting into a fuller range of baseball activities. There is still no exact timetable on his return from a microfracture in his left wrist, an injury he suffered April 12, but the middle of May seems like a reasonable target as things stand with his ongoing rehab.
MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Braves' Orlando Arcia has ambitious goal for when he hopes to return He said the X-rays show his wrist is healing.
APRIL 25, 2023 • AJC.COM
David O'Brien: Braves shortstop Orlando Arcia (wrist fracture)... - The Athletic Braves shortstop Orlando Arcia (wrist fracture) had his cast removed today, replaced by a splint. There's no timetable for being cleared for...
APRIL 25, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Eyeing return for homestand Arcia (wrist) said Tuesday that he's hopeful to return from the 10-day injured list when Atlanta begins its next homestand May 5, Mark Bowman of MLB.com reports.
Impact Arcia noted that it's not his decision whether he returns for the homestand, though more clarity on his next steps could arrive when he's re-evaluated later Tuesday. Justin Toscano of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution notes that Arcia recently transitioned out of a cast on his fractured left wrist and is now sporting a black splint, but the infielder still hasn't been cleared to do any baseball activities. Until Arcia is able to do some hitting and fielding work, Atlanta is unlikely to confirm whether the 28-year-old is in fact on pace to return for the upcoming homestand.
APRIL 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Takes part in conditioning work Arcia (wrist) was spotted Tuesday doing some jogging in the outfield at Truist Park, Justin Toscano of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
Impact Arcia looks like he's continuing to do conditioning work while he's on the shelf with a microfracture of his left wrist, but until the 28-year-old is participating in fielding drills and taking batting practice, his return from the 10-day injured list shouldn't be viewed as imminent. Toscano notes that Arcia was still sporting a splint or cast on his left wrist, so the infielder looks as though he still may be several days away from resuming full baseball activities. Vaughn Grissom should continue to serve as Atlanta's everyday shortstop while Arcia is on the mend.
APRIL 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
To be re-evaluated in 10-14 days Arcia (wrist) will be re-evaluated in 10-to-14 days, Mark Bowman of MLB.com reports.
Impact There is not a firm timetable for his return, but Atlanta will assess his progress in a couple weeks. Bowman notes that Nick Castellanos spent 16 days on the injured list with a similar microfracture in 2021, but his injury was to his top hand (on the bat), while Arcia's injury is to his lower hand. Vaughn Grissom is starting at shortstop and hitting seventh Friday against the Royals.
APRIL 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Braves' Arcia headed to IL with microfracture in left wrist
Atlanta Braves shortstop Orlando Arcia is headed to the injured list after tests revealed a microfracture in his left wristAPRIL 14, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Headed for injured list Arcia underwent an MRI and CT scan Thursday which revealed a microfracture in his left wrist. As a result, he will be placed on the IL.
Impact There has been no word yet on how long Arcia will be held out for. While Arcia recovers, Atlanta will most likely recall Vaughn Grissom from Triple-A to serve as the team's primary shortstop.
APRIL 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
