Atlanta Braves star outfielder, Ronald Acuna Jr., has been on a remarkable home run spree lately, but his latest display of power has left fans and in awe.
On Saturday’s game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Acuna unleashed a jaw-dropping 454-foot home run that left the bat at an astonishing 121.2 mph.
This remarkable feat not only marks one of Acuna’s most impressive homers to date but also stands as the hardest-hit shot recorded in Major League Baseball this season.
121.2 MPH off the bat of @ronaldacunajr24! 😱 pic.twitter.com/c5Aa17d837
— MLB (@MLB) September 3, 2023
Acuna’s exceptional performance this season is not limited to this record-breaking home run. He has accumulated 32 home runs and 85 RBIs, cementing his status as a key offensive force for the Atlanta Braves.
He also leads the team in hits, batting average, and on-base percentage. As a result of Acuna’s stellar contributions, the Braves currently boast the best record in baseball at 90-46.
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