1 Way Atlanta Braves Can Become True Title Contenders
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The Braves have shown early on that they're not to be underestimated.
The Atlanta Braves have the best record in the NL at 23-10 entering Saturday's matchup with the Colorado Rockies, but the way they've gotten there has been unexpected. For one, star right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr. has been far from their best player despite his talent and accolades.
The 2023 NL MVP is hitting just . 248 with a . 736 OPS over 33 games, far below his career .
288 batting average and . 901 OPS. Meanwhile, less-accomplished players like center fielder Michael Harris II and second baseman Ozzie Albies have been more effective.
Harris tops the squad with a . 324 batting average and has a . 926 OPS, while Albies is hitting .