There’s been no player off to a hotter start to the 2023 MLB season than Atlanta’s Ronald Acuña Jr. After injuries forced him to miss 123 games over the past two years, the 25-year-old has been on a tear to begin the season. Yet still, somehow, opponents apparently need a reminder to keep their eyes on him.
During the fifth inning of Monday night’s game against the Dodgers, Acuña led off with a walk, then headed to second when first baseman Matt Olson also drew a free pass. As Los Angeles pitcher Gavin Stone received the ball back from catcher Will Smith, third baseman Max Muncy casually strolled around the left side of the diamond with his back to the infield. That was all the edge Acuña needed to hit the gas and keep on running for third.
Keep your 👀 on @RonaldAcunaJr24 at all times! pic.twitter.com/gsa2zvHLq9
— MLB (@MLB) May 23, 2023
