Nobody would have guessed that Bryce Harper, a star for the Philadelphia Phillies, had another job. Is it true? Indeed, he has been increasingly active on social media lately, becoming a prominent influencer. Now, surprisingly, he has shared his super MLB team lineup on his social media handle, featuring Ronald Acuna Jr. While they both are rivals to each other, Bryce isn’t shy about naming him the lead-off hitter, putting him above Ohtani. But due to an injury, Acuna Jr. has been out of the game; however, rumors of a possible return are being raised by his training sessions.
It seems like only yesterday that Ronald Acuna Jr. and Bryce Harper made their Major League Baseball debuts, and they are already vying to be the best. Ronald plays the Atlanta Braves, making him arch-rival to the Philadelphia Phillies’ star Bryce; however, he has added Acuna Jr. to his super MLB team. But why is that so? Well, Ronald was the MVP in 2023 as he made 40 home runs and 70 stolen bases, and as for Bryce, he has got immense respect for him. On January 16, sharing a video on Tiktok, he said, “Ronald Acuna Jr. is one of the best lead-off hitters in the game.” His statement comes as a surprise for many, as he considered him above Shohei Ohtani. But does that actually make sense?
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Shohei Ohtani is a tremendous powerhouse who can dominate as a pitcher and hitter, and Bryce Harper agrees that he is a great cleanup hitter. However, a five-tool player like Acuna Jr. makes more sense. In addition to having outstanding throwing arm strength and fielding ability, he excels at hitting for average, power, and speed. And that’s not all! Given that the rivalries become more fierce when he is leading the Atlanta Braves, he has lavished him with praise and wants him to return to the game. Sadly, Ronald is yet to make a full recovery from his injury; however, his recent training sessions hint at a likely chance of his return to the mound soon. Isn’t it?
Ronald Acuna Jr.’s rigorous training hints at a great comeback
The Atlanta Braves’ superstar Ronald Acuna Jr. was out of the game in 2023 due to an ACL tear. It happened for the second consecutive time in four seasons that the National League MVP had to leave the game for knee surgery. He also missed the remainder of the 2024 MLB season, as was to be expected. Losing out on the Cy Young Award winner was a massive setback, and it was visible with the Atlanta Braves underperforming in 2024. However, amidst the growing anticipation surrounding the spring training, the Braves right fielder has shown some great signs of a potential comeback. What is it?
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In a recent video posted by Academia Izturis on Instagram, Ronald Acuna Jr. can be seen practicing in Venezuela. This endearing video demonstrates his dedication to the game and his desire to return as soon as possible. However, Ronald would like to make some adjustments to his playing style, ensuring that he can play for a long and in good health. Although it may compromise with his ability to achieve higher stolen bases, he will be able to show his batting power and offensive skills effectively. So, can he make a quick return to the mound?
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Well, it’s still unclear of his exact time or date of return to the mound, and the Braves aren’t in a hurry as they exercise every precautionary measure to ensure that he remains fit. However, his participation in the spring training and progress definitely hint at a comeback soon, although given that the team wants to prevent any risks that might affect his contribution to the team in the future. What’s your take on it? Do share your comments below.