Acuña Jr. leads the Braves’ victory over the Brewers
Venezuelan outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. demonstrated his power once again, leading the Atlanta Braves to a crucial victory over the Milwaukee Brewers. With a massive two-run home run, Acuña Jr. secured the series for the visiting team at American Family Field. Acuña Jr.’s hit, his sixth home run of the season, came in the fourth inning against a pitch from Chad Patrick. The ball traveled 416 feet, with an exit velocity of 107.7 mph and a launch angle of 31 degrees. Acuña Jr. had an outstanding performance, connecting three hits in the game and culminating a memorable series in Milwaukee, where he batted .583 (12-7) with two home runs, four RBIs, and three runs scored.Ronald Acuña Jr. extends the @Braves lead with a 416-foot blast!
Michael Harris II also contributed a two-run homer in the second inning. In addition, pitcher Spencer Schwellenbach shined from the mound, striking out nine batters and allowing only two runs in the first complete game of his career. Manager Brian Snitker praised the performance of his star, highlighting his current good form and his ability to boost the team. Acuña Jr., who recently returned from an injury, shows an offensive line of .353/.436/.647 with 1.3 fWAR in his first 18 games of the season. With this victory, the Braves broke a streak of six consecutive lost series, achieving their first series win since mid-May.I am very happy. It feels very good to be able to regain form and play at the level I know I can.
Ronald Acuña Jr.
