Acuna, Segura both removed from game after nasty collision
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Atlanta Braves All-Star outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. and Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Jean Segura were both removed from Sunday's game after colliding at second base during Acuna's steal attempt in the seventh inning.
Scary collision at the second base bag as Ronald Acuña Jr. slides into the knee of Phillies shortstop Jean Segura.
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Both players get attended to by respective training staffs. pic.twitter.com/HfhO4rOOA5
Segura limped off the field with the help of a trainer. The Phillies announced he has a bruised right shin.
Acuna initially stayed in the game, but Charlie Culberson replaced him a half-inning later.
The Braves announced Acuna left the game with neck stiffness.
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