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Braves Phenom Ronald Acuña Jr. Becomes First MLB Player to Hit 20 Homers, Steal 40 Bases and Drive in 50 Before All-Star Break

  • Acuña Jr. is the first player in MLB history to reach 20 home runs, 40 stolen bases, and 50 RBIs before the All-Star break.
  • Acuña Jr. is the third player to hit 20 homers and steal 40 bases in the first 84 games, joining Rickey Henderson and Eric Davis.
  • Acuña Jr. was named NL Player of the Month for June, his second time winning the award this season.
  • Acuña Jr. extended his hitting streak to 14 games and stole his 40th base in the win over the Cleveland Guardians..
  • Acuña Jr. appeared to injure his right shoulder but stayed in the game and scored moments later.
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