July 6th, 2023 Week 14: MLB News and Rankings

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Rising sta... Nope, already a star

Braves' outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. is on a mission to etch his name in the annals of baseball history.

Acuña's scintillating performance in the first half of the season reached new heights on Monday night when the 25-year-old speedster stole his 40th base, leading the entire MLB. This remarkable feat placed him in a league of his own as the first player in both the American and National Leagues to achieve a remarkable trifecta: 20 home runs, 40 stolen bases, and 50 RBIs before the All-Star break!

Not only did Acuña make history with his all-around prowess, but he also cemented himself as the fastest player to hit the 20-home run and 40-stolen base milestones, accomplishing this remarkable feat in just 84 games. If he maintains his current pace, he is poised to reach an impressive 41 home runs and 77 stolen bases.

Acuña's exceptional performance serves as the driving force behind the Braves' offense, which has left the competition in its wake in the National League. Leading the league in both runs scored and home runs, Atlanta is heading into the All-Star break with an unstoppable momentum, triumphing in 24 out of its last 27 games, including a hard-fought 4-2 victory over the Guardians on Monday, pushing their overall season record to an impressive 57-27.