2 Atlanta Braves Players Who Need to Step Up in 2026
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The Braves need more from these players.
The Atlanta Braves are in first place in the National League East division. They are 12-7 overall heading into their upcoming series against the Philadelphia Phillies. However, things could be even better if two of their best players -- Ronald Acuna Jr.
and Austin Riley -- were performing at a higher level. The Braves need more from Acuna and Riley moving forward. Ronald Acuna Jr.
Acuna, 28, is one of the best players in the sport. He is still trying to get things going in the 2026 season, though. Through 19 games, the Braves star is hitting just .
247/. 341/. 384 across 73 at-bats.