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Ronald Acuña Jr. makes history with 40th stolen base of the season

It’s a week until the MLB All-Star Game, but Ronald Acuña Jr. is already making history this season.

The Atlanta Braves outfielder stole his 40th base of the season on Monday during a game against the Cleveland Guardians. He’s now the only player in MLB history with 20-plus home runs, 40-plus stolen bases and 50-plus RBI before the All-Star break, according to the league.

In the middle of the third inning, he got on base with a single. When Ozzie Albies was up to bat, he sprinted for second base and slid head first into second base. He seemingly injured his shoulder on the play and sat in the dirt while coaches tended to him. He remained in the game.

He now has 21 home runs, 40 stolen bases and 54 RBI on the season.

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He accomplished the feat in 84 games, which is the fastest to reach 20 home runs and 40 stolen bases ever, per ESPN Stats and Info.

Acuña is one of eight Braves to be named to the Midsummer Classic this season. He was the player with the most fan votes in the MLB. This is his fourth All-Star selection.

The 2021 World Series champions currently have the best record in the National League.

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Ronald Acuña Jr. makes history with 40th stolen base of the season