Ronald Acuna Jr. hits 200 home runs and 200 stolen bases
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 9:51 PM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026

Atlanta Braves right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr. reached a career milestone Wednesday during a road game against the Washington Nationals. He became the fastest player in Major League Baseball history to record 200 home runs and 200 stolen bases, reaching the marks in 904 games. The previous record was set by Alfonso Soriano, who required 929 games to achieve the same totals. Acuna has struggled with injuries throughout the 2026 season, batting.243 with 14 home runs and 20 stolen bases in 87 games. The Braves currently hold a record of 83-57, maintaining a slim lead over the Philadelphia Phillies in the NL East standings. The team continues to rely on his performance as they prepare for the postseason.
- •Ronald Acuna Jr. recorded his 200th career home run and 200th stolen base Wednesday.
- •The milestone was reached in 904 career games against the Washington Nationals.
- •Acuna outperformed the previous record holder, Alfonso Soriano, by 25 games.
- •The Braves currently sit at 83-57, leading the Philadelphia Phillies in the NL East.
- •Acuna has posted a.243 batting average and 14 home runs this season.
- 9:51 PMYahoo Sports — Ronald Acuna Jr. joins elite group in MLB history during Braves game
"Atlanta Braves center fielder Ronald Acuna Jr. made MLB history during a game against the Washington Nationals.
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