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Ronald Acuna Jr. hits home run after Marlins outfield blunder

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 12:50 AM

Last updated Aug 7, 2026

Ronald Acuna Jr. hits home run after Marlins outfield blunder

Summary

In a game against the Miami Marlins on August 7, 2026, Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. hit a two-run home run in the third inning, giving his team an early lead. The home run came as a result of an outfield miscommunication, where the ball bounced off the gloves of Marlins players Heriberto Hernandez and Esteury Ruiz and went over the fence. Acuna initially stood confused at first base before celebrating the unexpected result. This marked Acuna's 10th home run of the season, as he aims to bolster the Braves’ playoff push following a season hampered by injuries. The game is currently interrupted by rain.

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Status Watch

•Acuna Jr. hits a two-run home run in the 3rd inning.
•Outfield miscommunication by Marlins leads to a home run.
•Rain delay interrupts the ongoing game against the Marlins.
•Acuna has recorded 56 hits and 10 home runs this season.
•He is looking to improve statistics after struggling with injuries.

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12:50 AMYahoo Sports — Braves’ Ronald Acuna Jr. in disbelief after wild Marlins blunder leads to HR

What they're saying

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Ronald Acuna Jr. couldn't believe how his hit turned into a home run to give the Atlanta Braves an early lead over the Miami Marlins.
— Yahoo Sports

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