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Atlanta United forward Josef Martinez (center) celebrates after scoring in the first half of Sunday's 3-1 win over Columbus at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Martinez's goal was his 27th of the season, tying the MLS record...

Josef Martinez (right) celebrates his goal with Franco Escobar and Miguel Almiron on his back. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Josef Martinez puts the ball under his shirt and plays to the fans while celebrating his MLS record-tying goal during Sunday's 3-1 victory over Columbus at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com...

Josef Martinez throws the ball to the fans after his MLS record-tying goal, which was scored past Columbus Crew defender Jonathan Mensah. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta United goalkeeper Brad Guzan salutes Josef Martinez after Martinez's goal. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta United fans celebrate after forward Josef Martinez's goal that tied the MLS record for goals in a single season. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta United fans hoist a tifo of Josef Martinez, who tied the MLS record for goals in a single season with his 27th Sunday against Columbus. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta United forward Josef Martinez scores in the first half of Sunday's MLS match against the Columbus Crew at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The goal, scored past Columbus defender Jonathan Mensah, was his 27th of the...

Another angle as Josef Martinez scores in the first half Sunday. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Josef Martinez just missed scoring another goal as this header bounced off the goal post past Columbus Crew defender Jonathan Mensah during the second half. That goal would have been Martinez's 28th and would have...

Columbus Crew forward Gyasi Zardes scores a goal past Atlanta United defenders to tie the game 1-1 during the second half in a MLS soccer match on Sunday, August 19, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...

Atlanta United midfielder Hector Villalba scores a goal past Columbus Crew defender Jonathan Mensah for a 2-1 lead during the second half in a MLS soccer match on Sunday, August 19, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...

Hector Villalba and Josef Martinez react as Villalba scores a goal for a 2-1 lead over Columbus Crew during the second half in a MLS soccer match on Sunday, August 19, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...

Hector Villalba plays to the fans after scoring a goal past Columbus Crew defender Jonathan Mensah for a 2-1 lead during the second half in a MLS soccer match on Sunday, August 19, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...

Josef Martinez reacts after Hector Villalba's goal. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comCurtis Compton

August 19, 2018 Atlanta: Atlanta United midfielder Miguel Almiron scores a goal past Columbus Crew defender Jonathan Mensah for a 3-1 victory during the second half in a MLS soccer match on Sunday, August 19, 2018...

Almiron's goal capped off Sunday's 3-1 victory. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Miguel Almiron (left) and Josef Martinez. who had an assist on Almiron's goal, celebrate. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta United midfielder Eric Remedi and Columbus Crew midfielder Artur battle for the ball during the second half. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta United midfielder Jeff Larentowicz and Columbus Crew forward Gyasi Zardes battle for the ball during the second half. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta United forward Josef Martinez warms up while preparing to play the Columbus Crew in a MLS soccer match on Sunday, August 19, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Georgia tailback James Cook (6) catches a pass during the Bulldogs' 14th practice of the month Saturday, Aug., 18, 2018, at Sanford Stadium in Athens.KRISTIN M. BRADSHAW/UGA Sports

Georgia tailback Zamir White (3) catches a pass during the Bulldogs' 14th practice of the month Saturday, Aug., 18, 2018, at Sanford Stadium in Athens. White injured his knee during a scrimmage Saturday.KRISTIN M. BRADSHAW/UGA Sports

Georgia tailback James Cook (6) catches a pass during the Bulldogs' 14th practice of the month Saturday, Aug., 18, 2018, at Sanford Stadium in Athens.KRISTIN M. BRADSHAW/UGA Sports

Georgia tailback D'Andre Swift (7) catches a pass during the Bulldogs' 14th practice of the month Saturday, Aug., 18, 2018, at Sanford Stadium in Athens.KRISTIN M. BRADSHAW/UGA Sports

Georgia tailback Elijah Holyfield (13) catches a pass during the Bulldogs' 14th practice of the month Saturday, Aug., 18, 2018, at Sanford Stadium in Athens.KRISTIN M. BRADSHAW/UGA Sports

North Gwinnett running back Tyler Goodson (5) celebrates in the second half during the Corky Kell Classic game Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

North Gwinnett wide receiver Josh Downs (11) makes a move after a catch in the second half during the Corky Kell Classic game Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Brookwood quarterback Conner Chavis (12) gets tackled from behind by North Gwinnett linebacker Will Hunter (25) in the first half of the Corky Kell Classic game Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium...Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Brookwood MeKal Fuller (14) makes a move after a catch as North Gwinnett safety Taylor Goodson (2) tries to stop him in the first half during the Corky Kell Classic game Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz...Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Brookwood football players run onto the football field before the start of their game against North Gwinnett at the Corky Kell Classic Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

North Gwinnett fans cheer for their team in the first half during the Corky Kell Classic game Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

North Gwinnett football players run onto the field before the start of their game against the Brookwood at the Corky Kell Classic Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

North Gwinnett running back Tyler Goodson (5) dives into the end zone past Brookwood defensive back Michael Killebrew (38) in the second half of the Corky Kell Classic game Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz...Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

North Gwinnett running back Devin Crosby (31) rushes against Brookwood linebacker Tony Ward (22) for a touchdown in the first half of the Corky Kell Classic game Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium...Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

North Gwinnett running back Devin Crosby (31) rushes between Brookwood defensive lineman Joel Seton (99) and linebacker Anthony Gorney (4) for a touchdown in the first half of the Corky Kell Classic game Saturday...Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

North Gwinnett wide receiver Javonni Cunningham (21) runs as he pushes the helmet of Brookwood linebacker Tony Ward (22) in the first half of the Corky Kell Classic game Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz...Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

North Gwinnett quarterback J.R. Martin (17) runs with the ball in the second half during the Corky Kell Classic game against Brookwood Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Brookwood wide receiver Jayden Williams (20) drops the football as North Gwinnett cornerback Jarvis Cunningham (13) pursues in the first half of the Corky Kell Classic game Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz...Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Colquitt County running back Daijun Edwards (3) gains yardage in the second half against McEachern during the Corky Kell Classic game Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Jason Getz/For the AJC

McEachern quarterback Carlos Delrio-Wilson (18) hands off to running back Paris Brown Jr. (8) in the second half against Colquitt County during the Corky Kell Classic Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium...Jason Getz/For the AJC

Colquitt County wide receiver Lemeke Brockington (17) makes a touchdown catch against McEachern defensive back Ja'Leak Perry (12) in the second half of the Corky Kell Classic game Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018 at Mercedes-Benz...Jason Getz/For the AJC

Colquitt County wide receiver Lemeke Brockington (17) makes a touchdown catch against McEachern defensive back Ja'Leak Perry (12) in the second half during the Corky Kell Classic game Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018 at...Jason Getz/For the AJC

Colquitt County head coach Rush Propst (right) shakes the hand of McEachern head coach Kyle Hockman after their game at the Corky Kell Classic Saturday, August 18, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. Colquitt...Jason Getz/For the AJC

Colquitt County running back Daijun Edwards (3) runs past McEachern linebacker Myles Henderson (33) in the second half of the Corky Kell Classic game Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Jason Getz/For the AJC

McEachern wide receiver Javon Baker (7) runs after a catch against Colquitt County safety Kam Woods (7) in the first half during the Corky Kell Classic game Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta...Jason Getz/For the AJC

Colquitt County running back Daijun Edwards (3) makes a move against McEachern defensive back Erwin Bryd (2) in the first half during the Corky Kell Classic game Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium...Jason Getz/For the AJC

Colquitt County quarterback Jaycee Harden (4) attempts a pass in the first half against McEachern during the Corky Kell Classic game Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Jason Getz/For the AJC

McEachern quarterback Carlos Delrio-Wilson (18) celebrates a touchdown with defensive lineman Jamil Burroughs (99) in the first half against Colquitt County during the Corky Kell Classic game Saturday, Aug. 18,...Jason Getz/For the AJC

McEachern running back Paris Brown Jr. (8) is stopped by a host of Colquitt County defenders in the first half during the Corky Kell Classic game Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Jason Getz/For the AJC

McEachern quarterback Carlos Delrio-Wilson (18) chases down the football after a high snap in the first half against Colquitt County during the Corky Kell Classic game Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium...Jason Getz/For the AJC

Colquitt County running back Ty Leggett (31) runs with McEachern linebacker Stephen Benn (23) defending during the Corky Kell Classic game Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Jason Getz/For the AJC

Colquitt County running back Ty Leggett (31) celebrates his touchdown run as offensive lineman Kamaar Bell (79) reacts in the first half against McEachern during the Corky Kell Classic game Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018...Jason Getz/For the AJC

McEachern quarterback Carlos Delrio-Wilson (18) attempts a pass in the first half against Colquitt County during the Corky Kell Classic game Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Jason Getz/For the AJC

Colquitt County cornerback Jay Ward (4) deflects a pass intended for McEachern wide receiver Javon Baker (7) in the first half during the Corky Kell Classic game Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium...Jason Getz/For the AJC

Mill Creek running back Chancellor Lee-Parker (4) is stopped for a loss by Walton defensive back Jalen Wilson (15, left) and linebacker Grant Jenson (57) in the second half of the Corky Kell Classic game Saturday...Jason Getz/For the AJC

Walton defensive lineman Trey Middleton (23) runs after making an interception in the second half against Mill Creek during the Corky Kell Classic game Saturday, August 18, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta...Jason Getz/For the AJC

Walton quarterback Austin Kirksey (2) runs for a first down in the second half against Mill Creek during the Corky Kell Classic game Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Jason Getz/For the AJC

Mill Creek running back Chancellor Lee-Parker (4) gets stopped by a host of Walton defenders after a run during the first half of the Corky Kell Classic Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta...Jason Getz/For the AJC

Walton wide receiver Dominick Blaylock (1) makes a touchdown catch against Mill Creek defensive back Josh Battle (28) in the first half during the Corky Kell Classic Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium...Jason Getz/For the AJC

Walton wide receiver Dominick Blaylock (1) makes a touchdown catch ahead of Mill Creek defensive back Josh Battle (28) in the first half during the Corky Kell Classic Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium...Jason Getz/For the AJC

Walton wide receiver Dominick Blaylock (1) celebrates after made a long touchdown catch against Mill Creek defensive back Josh Battle (28) in the first half during the Corky Kell Classic Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018...Jason Getz/For the AJC

Walton wide receiver Dominick Blaylock (1) and Mill Creek defensive back Josh Battle simultaneously catch a pass in the end zone during the first half of their Corky Kell Classic game Saturday, Aug.18, 2018, at...Jason Getz/For the AJC

Walton wide receiver Dominick Blaylock - an AJC Super 11 selection - reacts on the sideline after scoring a touchdown in the first half against Mill Creek during the Corky Kell Classic Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018, at...Jason Getz/For the AJC

Walton wide receiver Dominick Blaylock (1) celebrates his touchdown with teammate Kendall Alford (5) in the first half against Mill Creek during the Corky Kell Classic Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium...Jason Getz/For the AJC

Walton wide receiver Kendall Alford (5) gets tackled by Mill Creek linebacker Chandler White (21) in the second half of the Corky Kell Classic game Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Jason Getz/For the AJC

Mill Creek running back Chancellor Lee-Parker (4) picks up yardage during the first half against Walton in the Corky Kell Classic Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Jason Getz/For the AJC

Buford running back Derrian Brown (left) celebrates with his teammates after a touchdown against Tucker during the 2018 Corky Kell Classic Friday, Aug.17, 2018, at Georgia State Stadium in Atlanta.Steve Schaefer/For the AJC

Tucker High School fans cheer on their team during the 2018 Corky Kell Classic Friday, Aug.17, 2018, at Georgia State Stadium in Atlanta.Steve Schaefer/For the AJC

Buford High School fans cheer on their team during the 2018 Corky Kell Classic Friday, Aug.17, 2018, at Georgia State Stadium in Atlanta.Schaefer/For the AJC

Tucker and Buford play in the first game of the evening at Georgia State Stadium during the 2018 Corky Kell Classic Friday, Aug.17, 2018. Buford defeated Tucker, 40-14.Schaefer/For the AJC

Buford's Jalar Holley (left) and Xyrie Willson celebrate after the team scored a touchdown against Tucker during the 2018 Corky Kell Classic Friday, Aug.17, 2018, at Georgia State Stadium in Atlanta.Steve Schaefer/For the AJC

Tucker High School's Tyler Hughey is embraced after scoring a touchdown against Buford during the 2018 Corky Kell Classic Friday, Aug.17, 2018, at Georgia State Stadium in Atlanta.Schaefer/For the AJC

Buford High School head coach John Ford argues with a referee during the 2018 Corky Kell Classic Friday, Aug.17, 2018, at Georgia State Stadium in Atlanta.Steve Schaefer/For the AJC

Buford's Derrian Brown is tackled by Tucker's Lucius Chitty during the 2018 Corky Kell Classic Friday, Aug.17, 2018, at Georgia State Stadium in Atlanta.Steve Schaefer/For the AJC

Tucker running back Tyler Hughey is tackled by Buford's Hayden Olsen during the 2018 Corky Kell Classic Friday, Aug.17, 2018, at Georgia State Stadium in Atlanta.Steve Schaefer/For the AJC

Falcons running back Devonta Freeman and wide receivers Julio Jones and Calvin Ridley take the field following Atlanta's 28-14 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs Friday, Aug. 17, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons head coach Dan Quinn evaluates his players during the second half against the Kansas City Chiefs Friday, Aug. 17, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons tight end Austin Hooper makes a big first down gain against the Chiefs during the first quarter Friday, Aug. 17, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons tight end Austin Hooper goes over the top and into the end zone, catching a pass from Matt Ryan, for a 7-0 lead over the Kansas City Chiefs Friday, Aug. 17, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons tight end Austin Hooper catches a pass from Matt Ryan and dives into the end zone past a pair of Kansas City Chiefs defenders for a 7-0 lead during the first quarter Friday, Aug. 17, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons tight end Austin Hooper celebrates his touchdown with teammates in the end zone Friday, Aug. 17, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan and tight end Austin Hooper celebrate a touchdown during the first quarter Friday, Aug. 17, 2018, against the Kansas City Chiefs at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons safety Keanu Neal (right) is called for a helmet penalty of 15 yards for hitting Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt (with help from defensive end Brooks Reed) during the first quarter Friday, Aug. 17, 2018...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons defenders De'Vondre Campbell (from left), Takkarist McKinley and Brian Poole take down Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt Friday, Aug. 17, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons first-round draft pick Calvin Ridley gets a high-five from backup quarterback Matt Schaub after hooking up for a touchdown reception for a 14-3 lead over the Chiefs During the second quarter Friday, Aug...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons fullback Ricky Ortiz watches the final minutes from the sidelines against the Kansas City Chiefs Friday, Aug. 17, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons first-round draft pick, wide receiver Calvin Ridley, eludes Chiefs cornerback David Amerson for yardage on the opening kickoff Friday, Aug. 17, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons first-round draft pick, wide receiver Calvin Ridley, catches a long pass ahead of Chiefs cornerback David Amerson for a first down during the first quarter Friday, Aug.17, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan completes a pass against the Kansas City Chiefs during the first quarter Friday, Aug. 17, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Falcons passing game coordinator Greg Knapp looks on as quarterback Matt Ryan prepares to play the Kansas City Chiefs Friday, Aug. 17, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Falcons fullback Ricky Ortiz prepares to play the Kansas City Chiefs Friday, Aug. 17, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna is hit by the first pitch of the game from Marlins pitcher Jose Urena Aug. 15, 2018, at SunTrust Park in Atlanta.Daniel Shirey/Getty Images

Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna is hit by the first pitch of the game against the Miami Marlins Aug. 15, 2018, at SunTrust Park in Atlanta.Daniel Shirey/Getty Images

Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna reaches for his side after being hit by the first pitch of the game against the Miami Marlins Aug. 15, 2018, at SunTrust Park in Atlanta.Daniel Shirey/Getty Images

Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna walks away from the plate after being hit by the first pitch of the game against the Miami Marlins Aug. 15, 2018, at SunTrust Park in Atlanta.Daniel Shirey/Getty Images

Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna sits in pain after being hit by the first pitch of the game against the Miami Marlins Aug. 15, 2018, at SunTrust Park in Atlanta.Daniel Shirey/Getty Images

Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna looks on after being hit by the first pitch of the game against the Miami Marlins Aug. 15, 2018, at SunTrust Park in Atlanta.Daniel Shirey/Getty Images

Braves manager Brian Snitker argues with the umpires after Ronald Acuna was hit by a pitch during the first inning against the Miami Marlins Aug. 15, 2018, at SunTrust Park in Atlanta.Daniel Shirey/Getty Images

Braves manager Brian Snitker argues with the umpires after Ronald Acuna as hit by a pitch during the first inning against the Miami Marlins Aug. 15, 2018, at SunTrust Park in Atlanta. Snitker was ejected from the...Daniel Shirey/Getty Images

Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna walks away in pain after being hit by the first pitch of the game against the Miami Marlins Aug. 15, 2018, at SunTrust Park in Atlanta.Daniel Shirey/Getty Images

The benches clear after Ronald Acuna was hit by a pitch from Jose Urena of the Miami Marlins at the start of the first inning Aug. 15, 2018, at SunTrust Park in Atlanta.Daniel Shirey/Getty Images

The benches clear after Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna was hit by by a pitch from Jose Urena of the Miami Marlins at the start of the first inning Aug. 15, 2018, at SunTrust Park in Atlanta.Daniel Shirey/Getty Images

Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna walks away in pain after being hit by the first pitch of the game against the Miami Marlins Aug. 15, 2018, at SunTrust Park in Atlanta.Daniel Shirey/Getty Images

Marlins pitcher Jose Urena walks off the field after being ejected during the first inning against the Atlanta Braves Aug. 15, 2018, at SunTrust Park in Atlanta.Daniel Shirey/Getty Images

Marlins manager Don Mattingly argues with the umpires after Jose Urena was ejected during the first inning against the Atlanta Braves Aug. 15, 2018, at SunTrust Park in Atlanta. Mattingly remained in the game.Daniel Shirey/Getty Images

Ronald Acuna celebrates in the dugout after his home run in the first inning of Tuesday's game against the Marlins at SunTrust Park. It was the third straight game in which Acuna led off the bottom of the first...ccompton@ajc.com

Acuna added a three-run homer in the seventh inning, his fourth home run in three games against the Marlins Monday and Tuesday. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com.

Acuna's second home run increased his season total to 19. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Acuna has hit 12 home runs since being moved into the leadoff spot. Here's a quick look back at the historic home run earlier in the game. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

In the first inning, Ronald Acuna is congratulated by Freddie Freeman after his home run on the first pitch. It was the third straight game in which Acuna hit a homer to lead off the game for the Braves. Curtis...

Ronald Acuna Jr. follows through on his home run in the bottom of the first inning of Tuesday's Braves-Marlins game at SunTrust Park. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

It was third straight game in which Acuna led off the game with a home run. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Acuna has now homered in five straight games. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

The home runs in five straight games ties the franchise record and he's the first Brave to achieve the feat since Brian McCann in 2006. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com

Ronald Acuna gets high-fives from his teammates after his first-inning home run. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Is he happy? Ronald Acuna gives the tongue wag as he celebrates his first-inning home run. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Ronald Acuna Jr. hits his third lead off homer in a row for a 1-0 lead over the Miami Marlins during the first inning in a MLB baseball game on Tuesday, August 14, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...

Ronald Acuna Jr. is hugged by Dansby Swanson in the dugout after hitting a 3-run homer, his second home run of the night for a 10-6 lead over the Miami Marlins during the seventh inning in a MLB baseball game on...

Ronald Acuna Jr. celebrates with Ron Washington rounding third on his 3-run homer, his second home run of the night for a 10-6 lead over the Miami Marlins during the seventh inning in a MLB baseball game on Tuesday...

Ronald Acuna Jr. celebrates with Ozzie Albies after hitting a 3-run homer, his second home run of the night for a 10-6 lead over the Miami Marlins during the seventh inning in a MLB baseball game on Tuesday, August...

jJohan Camargo and Dansby Swanson dunk Ronald Acuna Jr. who had two home runs in a 10-6 victory over the Miami Marlins during a MLB baseball game on Tuesday, August 14, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...

He's Touki Toussaint and he's a highly-regarded pitching prospect for the Braves. Toussaint made his major league debut Monday in the first game of a day-night doubleheader against Miami at SunTrust Park. (Curtis...

Highly-regarded pitching prospect Touki Toussaint made his major-league debut Monday as the Braves faced Miami in the first game of a day-night doubleheader at Turner Field. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

The 22-year-old Toussaint posted a 2.68 ERA with 139 strikeouts in 117-1/3 innings across Double-A and Triple-A this season. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Touki Toussaint, making his MLB Debut, delivers a pitch against the Miami Marlins during the third inning in a MLB baseball game on Monday, August 13, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Touki Toussaint gathers his thoughts in the dugout against the Miami Marlins during the first inning in a MLB baseball game on Monday, August 13, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Touki Toussaint is all smiles as he loosens up before taking the mound against the Miami Marlins in a MLB baseball game on Monday, August 13, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Touki Toussaint, making his MLB Debut, delivers a pitch against the Miami Marlins during the third inning in a MLB baseball game on Monday, August 13, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Touki Toussaint delivers a pitch against the Miami Marlins during the third inning in a MLB baseball game on Monday, August 13, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Touki Toussaint is greeted by Kurt Suzuki in the dugout during Monday's game. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Touki Toussaint and Ronald Acuna Jr. in the dugout during Monday's game. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com).

Braves Ozzie Albies celebrates his game winning homer with Ronald Acuna Jr. in the dugout for a 8-7 lead over the Milwaukee Brewers during the seventh inning in a MLB baseball game on Sunday, August 12, 2018, in...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Braves Ozzie Albies hits a solo home run to take a 8-7 lead over the Milwaukee Brewers during the seventh inning in a MLB baseball game on Sunday, August 12, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Braves Dansby Swanson hits a 2-run homer to tie the game 7-7 with the Milwaukee Brewers during the sixth inning in a MLB baseball game on Sunday, August 12, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Braves Dansby Swanson gets five from Tyler Flowers after hitting a 2-run homer to tie the game 7-7 with the Milwaukee Brewers during the sixth inning in a MLB baseball game on Sunday, August 12, 2018, in Atlanta...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

August 12, 2018, Atlanta: Atlanta Braves Ronald Acuna Jr. hits a 2-run homer to take a 4-2 lead over the Milwaukee Brewers during the second inning in a MLB baseball game on Sunday, August 12, 2018, in Atlanta....ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

August 12, 2018, Atlanta: Atlanta Braves Ronald Acuna Jr. gets five from Ron Washington rounding third base while hitting a 2-run homer to take a 4-2 lead over the Milwaukee Brewers during the second inning in a...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

August 12, 2018, Atlanta: Atlanta Braves Ronald Acuna Jr. gets five from Ozzie Albies on his 2-run homer to take a 4-2 lead over the Milwaukee Brewers during the second inning in a MLB baseball game on Sunday, August...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

August 12, 2018, Atlanta: Atlanta Braves Ronald Acuna Jr. reacts in the dugout after hitting a 2-run homer to take a 4-2 lead over the Milwaukee Brewers during the second inning in a MLB baseball game on Sunday...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

August 12, 2018, Atlanta: Atlanta Braves Sean Newcomb delivers a pitch against the Milwaukee Brewers during the first inning in a MLB baseball game on Sunday, August 12, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

August 12, 2018, Atlanta: The bats of Atlanta Braves leadoff hitter Ronald Acuna Jr. are ready in the dugout in a MLB baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday, August 12, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

August 12, 2018, Atlanta: Atlanta Braves leadoff batter Ronald Acuna Jr. avoids being hit by a pitch and draws the walk against the Milwaukee Brewers during the first inning in a MLB baseball game on Sunday, August...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

August 12, 2018, Atlanta: Milwaukee Brewers Jesus Aguilar hits a 3 run homer to take a 5-4 lead over the Braves during the fourth inning in a MLB baseball game on Sunday, August 12, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

August 12, 2018, Atlanta: Milwaukee Brewers Jesus Aguilar celebrates hitting a 3 run homer with Lorenzo Cain to take a 5-4 lead over the Braves during the fourth inning in a MLB baseball game on Sunday, August 12...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

August 12, 2018, Atlanta: Atlanta Braves pitcher Sean Newcomb sits in the dugout being pulled after going four innings trailing 5-4 to the Milwaukee Brewers in a MLB baseball game on Sunday, August 12, 2018, in...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Braves outfielder Nick Markakis can't get to a double off the wall by Milwaukee Brewers Jesus Aguilar during the fifth inning in a MLB baseball game on Sunday, August 12, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Brewers Hernan Perez loses his helmet as he is tagged out trying to steal second by Atlanta Braves Dansby Swanson on a throw from catcher Tyler Flowers during the 8th inning in a MLB baseball game on Sunday, August...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Braves A.J. Minter closes out the Milwaukee Brewers during the ninth inning in a MLB baseball game for a 8-7 victory on Sunday, August 12, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Braves Ozzie Albies (left), who hit the game winning homer, and Ronald Acuna Jr., who had a two run homer, celebrate beating the Milwaukee Brewers 8-7 in a MLB baseball game on Sunday, August 12, 2018, in Atlanta...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Braves Ozzie Albies, who had the game winning homer for a 8-7 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers, gets five from manager Brian Snitker in a MLB baseball game on Sunday, August 12, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Braves Ronald Acuna Jr. and manager Brian Snitker celebrate a 8-7 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers in a MLB baseball game on Sunday, August 12, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Georgia Tech quarterback TaQuon Marshall (left) highfives C.R. Ward, 3, as his mother Ashley Ward (right) looks during an annual Georgia Tech Football Fan Day at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, August 11, 2018....HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 11, 2018 Atlanta - Georgia Tech safeties meet and greet fans during an annual Georgia Tech Football Fan Day at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, August 11, 2018. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC.COMHYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 11, 2018 Atlanta - Georgia Tech running back KirVonte Benson (left) and running back Jerry Howard sign autographs for fans during an annual Georgia Tech Football Fan Day at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 11, 2018 Atlanta - Fisher Jackson, 3, kicks a football as his mother Amber Jackson holds during an annual Georgia Tech Football Fan Day at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, August 11, 2018. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 11, 2018 Atlanta - Georgia Tech linebackers Victor Alexander (left) and Justice Dingle sign autographs for fans during an annual Georgia Tech Football Fan Day at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, August 11...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 11, 2018 Atlanta - Georgia Tech linebacker Jordan Domineck (42) prepares to throw a football to Ambrose Richmond (left), 8, during an annual Georgia Tech Football Fan Day at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 11, 2018 Atlanta - John Southard, son of Yellow Jackets legend Jimmy Southard (a three-year starter quarterback for coach Bobby Dodd in the late 40s), takes a picture of new Georgia Tech football uniforms...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 11, 2018 Atlanta - Anastasia, 9, and Arthur, 5, pose in front of new Georgia Tech football uniforms as their mother Despina Lamas (right) takes their photograph during an annual Georgia Tech Football Fan...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 11, 2018 Atlanta - Georgia Tech football players sign autographs for fans during an annual Georgia Tech Football Fan Day at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, August 11, 2018. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC.COMHYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 11, 2018 Atlanta - Georgia Tech defensive back Christian Campbell (10) signs an autographs on the back of Alyssa Peurifoy, 10, during an annual Georgia Tech Football Fan Day at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 11, 2018 Atlanta - Georgia Tech defensive lineman Josh Tukes signs on a football during an annual Georgia Tech Football Fan Day at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, August 11, 2018. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 11, 2018 Atlanta - Mae, 5, and Quinn, 3, pose with Georgia Tech cheerleaders as they parents Michael (right) and Shane Connell take a photograph during an annual Georgia Tech Football Fan Day at Bobby Dodd...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 11, 2018 Atlanta - Fans line up to get autographs from Georgia Tech football players during an annual Georgia Tech Football Fan Day at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, August 11, 2018. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 11, 2018 Atlanta - Georgia Tech head coach Paul Johnson (right) signs an autograph for fans (from left) William and Jill Lay and their son Jordan, 17, during an annual Georgia Tech Football Fan Day at Bobby...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

Matt Ryan #2 of the Atlanta Falcons passes under pressure from Jordan Jenkins #48 of the New York Jets during a preseason game at MetLife Stadium on August 10, 2018 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The Falcons lost...Elsa/Getty Images

Matt Ryan #2 of the Atlanta Falcons looks to the sideline in between plays in the first quarter against the New York Jets during a preseason game at MetLife Stadium on August 10, 2018 in East Rutherford, New Jersey...Elsa/Getty Images

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - AUGUST 10: Devonta Freeman #24 of the Atlanta Falcons looks on from the sideline before the game against the New York Jets during a preseason game at MetLife Stadium on August 10, 2018 in...Elsa/Getty Images

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - AUGUST 10: Matt Ryan #2 of the Atlanta Falcons looks to pass in the first quarter against the New York Jets during a preseason game at MetLife Stadium on August 10, 2018 in East Rutherford...Elsa/Getty Images

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - AUGUST 10: The New York Jets bench lines up for the national anthem before the game against the Atlanta Falcons during a preseason game at MetLife Stadium on August 10, 2018 in East Rutherford...Elsa/Getty Images

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - AUGUST 10: Teddy Bridgewater #5 of the New York Jets celebrates a touchdown from teammate Isaiah Crowell in the first quarter against the Atlanta Falcons during a preseason game at MetLife...Elsa/Getty Images

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - AUGUST 10: Isaiah Crowell #20 of the New York Jets runs the ball in for a touchdown in the first quarter against the Atlanta Falcons during a preseason game at MetLife Stadium on August 10...Elsa/Getty Images

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - AUGUST 10: Josh McCown #15 of the New York Jets looks to pass in the first quarter against the Atlanta Falcons during a preseason game at MetLife Stadium on August 10, 2018 in East Rutherford...Elsa/Getty Images

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - AUGUST 10: Tevin Coleman #26 of the Atlanta Falcons carries the ball in the first quarter against the New York Jets during a preseason game at MetLife Stadium on August 10, 2018 in East Rutherford...Elsa/Getty Images

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - AUGUST 10: Head coach Dan Quinn of the Atlanta Falcons looks on from the sideline in the first half against the New York Jets during a preseason game at MetLife Stadium on August 10, 2018...Elsa/Getty Images

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - AUGUST 10: Neal Sterling #85 of the New York Jets makes the catch as Justin Bethel #28 of the Atlanta Falcons defends in the second quarter during a preseason game at MetLife Stadium on August...Elsa/Getty Images

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - AUGUST 10: Teddy Bridgewater #5 of the New York Jets calls out the play in the first quarter against the Atlanta Falcons during a preseason game at MetLife Stadium on August 10, 2018 in East...Elsa/Getty Images

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - AUGUST 10: Matt Schaub #8 of the Atlanta Falcons hands the ball offsides to Justin Crawford #32 of the Atlanta Falcons during a preseason game against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium...Elsa/Getty Images

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - AUGUST 10: Sam Darnold #14 of the New York Jets slips away from Jack Crawford #95 of the Atlanta Falcons in the second quarter during a preseason game at MetLife Stadium on August 10, 2018...Elsa/Getty Images

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - AUGUST 10: Andre Roberts #3 of the New York Jets carries the ball as Justin Bethel #28 of the Atlanta Falcons defends during a preseason game at MetLife Stadium on August 10, 2018 in East...Elsa/Getty Images

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - AUGUST 10: Julio Jones #11 of the Atlanta Falcons looks on from the sideline before the game against the New York Jets during a preseason game at MetLife Stadium on August 10, 2018 in East...Elsa/Getty Images

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - AUGUST 10: Matt Schaub #8 of the Atlanta Falcons looks to pass in the second quarter against the New York Jets during a preseason game at MetLife Stadium on August 10, 2018 in East Rutherford...Elsa/Getty Images

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - AUGUST 10: Folorunso Fatukasi #94 of the New York Jets tackles Logan Paulsen #82 of the Atlanta Falcons in the first half during a preseason game at MetLife Stadium on August 10, 2018 in East...Elsa/Getty Images

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - AUGUST 10: Kevin Minter #53 of the New York Jets congratulates Terrence Brooks #23 after he tackled Ito Smith #25 of the Atlanta Falcons in the first half during a preseason game at MetLife...Elsa/Getty Images

Legendary Atlanta Braves third baseman Chipper thanks his fans during a Pregame Ceremony before a home game against the Milwaukee Brewers at SunTrust Park on Friday, August 10, 2018. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC.COMHYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 10, 2018 Atlanta - Legendary Atlanta Braves third baseman Chipper Jones shares a laugh with Manager Brian Snitker and Bench Coach Walt Weiss before Atlanta Braves home game against the Milwaukee Brewers at...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 10, 2018 Atlanta - Legendary Atlanta Braves third baseman Chipper walks onto baseball field during Chipper Jones Pregame Ceremony before Atlanta Braves home game against the Milwaukee Brewers at the SunTrust...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 10, 2018 Atlanta - Legendary Atlanta Braves third baseman Chipper hugs his children during Chipper Jones Pregame Ceremony before Atlanta Braves home game against the Milwaukee Brewers at the SunTrust Park...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 10, 2018 Atlanta - Braves fans Greg Hanthorn and Jessica Yawn take a selfie in front of Chipper Jones' Cooperstown Plaque at The Battery Atlanta before Atlanta Braves home game against the Milwaukee Brewers...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 10, 2018 Atlanta - Baseball fans wait in line to get in before Atlanta Braves home game against the Milwaukee Brewers on Friday, August 10, 2018. The first 20,000 fans in attendance received a Chipper Jones...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 10, 2018 Atlanta - Legendary Atlanta Braves third baseman Chipper speaks during Chipper Jones Pregame Ceremony before Atlanta Braves home game against the Milwaukee Brewers at the SunTrust Park on Friday...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 10, 2018 Atlanta - Legendary Atlanta Braves third baseman Chipper thanks to his fans during Chipper Jones Pregame Ceremony before Atlanta Braves home game against the Milwaukee Brewers at the SunTrust Park...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 10, 2018 Atlanta - Legendary Atlanta Braves third baseman Chipper Jones speaks before Atlanta Braves home game against the Milwaukee Brewers at the SunTrust Park on Friday, August 10, 2018. The ninth annual...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 10, 2018 Atlanta - Ryan and Adrienne Brewer with their 1-year-old daughter Addisyn pose in front of Chipper Jones' Cooperstown Plaque at The Battery Atlanta before Atlanta Braves home game against the Milwaukee...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 10, 2018 Atlanta - Former Braves Otis Nixon signs an autograph on 8-years-old Breckyn Perry's back as her mother Brittny Perry looks before Atlanta Braves home game against the Milwaukee Brewers at the SunTrust...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 10, 2018 Atlanta - Sandy Kinnard of Duluth holds a Chipper Jones Hall of Fame Replica Plaque before Atlanta Braves home game against the Milwaukee Brewers at the SunTrust Park on Friday, August 10, 2018....HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 10, 2018 Atlanta - Sandy Kinnard holds a Chipper Jones Hall of Fame Replica Plaque before Atlanta Braves home game against the Milwaukee Brewers at the SunTrust Park on Friday, August 10, 2018. The first...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 10, 2018 Atlanta - ATL Breakers dancers entertain before Atlanta Braves home game against the Milwaukee Brewers on Friday, August 10, 2018. The first 20,000 fans in attendance received a Chipper Jones Hall...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

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