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Mike Check

Finally, my spring optimism about Braves is legitimate

Further Review

Braves welcome pitchers and catchers - but ban doubters

Feb. 15, 2019: Pitchers and catchers report to spring training in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.

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Photos: Pitchers and catchers report to Braves spring training

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First-day impressions from Braves spring training

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Braves expect several early arrivals to camp

Braves’ short-term goal: Repeat as NL East champs

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Mike Check

Finally, my spring optimism about Braves is legitimate

Further Review

Braves welcome pitchers and catchers - but ban doubters

Feb. 15, 2019: Pitchers and catchers report to spring training in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.

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Photos: Pitchers and catchers report to Braves spring training

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First-day impressions from Braves spring training

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Spring training begins: Braves prospect Drew Waters, a graduate of Etowah High School, gets loose during the first day of action in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Players get a quick start loosening up in the outfield during the first day of spring training. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

New pitching coach Rick Kranitz (center) has his pitchers hitting the field loosening up during Friday's action. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Braves spring training opens: Touki Toussaint loosens up Friday as pitchers and catchers reported for the start of spring training in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Pitcher Luiz Gohara arrives noticeably slimmer on the first day of spring training. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

The slimmed down Luiz Gohara gets in some leg kicks Friday. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Luiz Gohara throws in the bullpen Friday. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Manager Brian Snitker looks on while sidearm pitcher Darren O'Day throws in the bullpen. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Fans wait at the gate for autographs from the players in attendance on the first day of spring training. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Pitcher Patrick Weigel signs autographs at the gate Friday. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Braves fan Jeanette Marlier gets some one-on-one time with Patrick Weigel. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Brian chats with Brian: Braves manager Brian Snitker relaxes while chatting with catcher Brian McCann Friday during the first day of spring training. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Folty in the house: Braves All-Star Mike Foltynewicz smiles as he arrives for the first day of spring training. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

New pitching coach Rick Kranitz works with Mike Foltynewicz in the bullpen. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

It's time for baseball: Tyler Flowers arrives on a scooter as pitchers and catchers reported to Braves spring training Friday in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Catcher Tyler Flowers arrives on a scooter as pitchers and catchers report for the first day of spring training at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex on Friday, Feb. 15, 2019, in Lake Buena Vista. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...

Tyler Flowers gets some work in the batting cage. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Brian McCann gets some work in the batting cage. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Pitching coach Rick Kranitz holds a pair of baseballs. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Touki Toussaint gets loose. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Julio Teheran gets loose. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Newly signed Atlanta Braves player Josh Donaldson looks on during a press conference Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2018, at the Delta Sky 360 Club at SunTrust Park in Atlanta. The third baseman signed a one-year contract with...Alyssa Pointer/AJC

Newest Brave Josh Donaldson (left) and general manager Alex Anthopoulos speak during a press conference Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2018, in Atlanta.Alyssa Pointer/AJC

Josh Donaldson (left) and Braves General Manager Alex Anthopoulo (right) share a laugh during a press conference Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2018, at the Delta Sky 360 Club at SunTrust Park in Atlanta.Alyssa Pointer/AJC

New Braves third baseman Josh Donaldson speaks during a press conference Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2018, in Atlanta.Alyssa Pointer/AJC

Atlanta Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos (foreground) and Josh Donaldson listen to a question during a press conference Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2018, introducing the free agent signing in Atlanta.Alyssa Pointer/AJC

Atlanta Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos (right) introduces Josh Donaldson during a press conference Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2018, in Atlanta.Alyssa Pointer/AJC

Atlanta Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos (right) shows Josh Donaldson his new jersey during a press conference Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2018, in Atlanta.Alyssa Pointer/AJC

Veteran catcher Brian McCann speaks during a press conference at SunTrust Park Monday. McCann agreed to a one-year contract with the Braves for the 2019 season. (Alyssa Pointer/Alyssa.Pointer@ajc.com)

Brian McCann stands with Braves general manager Alex Alex Anthopoulos during Monday's press conference. (Alyssa Pointer/Alyssa.Pointer@ajc.com)

"This is as special as a day for me as any I’ve had in my career," said McCann. (Alyssa Pointer/Alyssa.Pointer@ajc.com)

Brian McCann shares a laugh with general manager Alex Anthopoulos during Monday's press conference. (Alyssa Pointer/Alyssa.Pointer@ajc.com)

The 34-year-old McCann played for the Braves from 2005-13. (Alyssa Pointer/Alyssa.Pointer@ajc.com)

Braves manager Brian Snitker speaks with the media following Brian McCann's press conference. (Alyssa Pointer/Alyssa.Pointer@ajc.com)

Brian McCann and wife Ashley pose for a photo with children Colt (right) and Colbie (left) following Monday's press conference. (Alyssa Pointer/Alyssa.Pointer@ajc.com)

Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna signs autographs for fans prior to the game two of the Japan and MLB All Stars Nov. 10, 2018, at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo. Acuna is among a contingent of MLB players taking part in a seven-game...Kiyoshi Ota/Getty Images

Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna poses for photographs during his 'National League Rookie of the Year' press conference prior to the game four between Japan and MLB All-Stars Nov. 13, 2018, at Mazda Zoom Zoom Stadium...Kiyoshi Ota/Getty Images

Juan Soto (from left) Ronald Acuna, Robinson Chirinos, Eugenio Suarez and Amed Rosario are seen during a warm-up prior to the game two of the Japan and MLB All Stars at Tokyo Dome on Nov. 10, 2018, in Tokyo, Japan...Kiyoshi Ota/Getty Images

Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna hits a single in the top of 4th inning during the game three of Japan and MLB All Stars on Nov. 11, 2018, at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo.Kiyoshi Ota/Getty Images

Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna attends the MLB Baseball Clinic prior to the game two of the Japan and MLB All Stars Nov. 10, 2018, at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo.Kiyoshi Ota/Getty Images

Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna loses a fly ball hit by Japan outfielder Kazuki Tanaka in the bottom of 6th inning during the game one of the Japan and MLB All Stars Nov. 9, 2018, at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo.Kiyoshi Ota/Getty Images

Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna at bat in the top of 3rd inning during the game one of the Japan and MLB All Stars Nov. 9, 2018, at Tokyo Dome on in Tokyo.Kiyoshi Ota/Getty Images

Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna is introduced prior to first game one of the Japan and MLB All Stars Nov. 9, 2018, at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo.Kiyoshi Ota/Getty Images

Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna hits a single in the top of 4th inning during the exhibition game between Yomiuri Giants and the MLB All Stars Nov. 8, 2018, at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo.Kiyoshi Ota/Getty Images

Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna celebrates hitting a double in the bottom of the 1st inning during the exhibition game between Yomiuri Giants and the MLB All Stars Nov. 8, 2018, at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo.Kiyoshi Ota/Getty Images

Umpire Eric Cooper pushes Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna to secure a clear view as Mets infielder Amed Rosario runs toward home plate on a flyball off Phillies infielder Carlos Santana in the bottom of 8th inning...Kiyoshi Ota/Getty Images

Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna celebrates scoring a run to make it 2-0 in the bottom of 7th inning during the game four between Japan and MLB All Stars Nov. 13, 2018, at Mazda Zoom Zoom Stadium in Hiroshima, Japan...Kiyoshi Ota/Getty Images

Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna attends the 'National Lague Rookie of the Year' press confernece prior to the game four between Japan and MLB All Stars Nov. 13, 2018, at Mazda Zoom Zoom Stadium in Hiroshima, Japan...Kiyoshi Ota/Getty Images

A Braves fan watches as his team's season came to an end Monday at SunTrust Park. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Fans react after the Braves' 6-2 loss Monday. (Jason Getz/Special)

A Braves fan wears a rally cap in the ninth inning of Monday's game. (Jason Getz/Special)

Braves fan Jacob Fields is all smiles as he prepares to watch the Braves face the Dodgers Monday in Game 4 of the National League Division Series at SunTrust Park. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Hall of Famer Bobby Cox throws out the first pitch before Monday's game at SunTrust Park. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Bobby Cox acknowledges the crowd after throwing out the first pitch. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Angelica Hale, of America's Got Talent, sings the national anthem before Monday's game. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

ATL Breakers members perform before Game 4 of the National League Division Series between the Braves and Dodgers Monday at SunTrust Park. (Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com)

Andrew Plousis and his son Graham, 6, poses with Atlanta Braves Tomahawk Team members before Monday's Game 4 of the NLDS at SunTrust Park. (Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com)

Price Punnds, 3, plays a ball with Braves mascot Blooper before Monday's game. (Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com)

Fans take a picture of starting lineup before Monday's game. (Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com)

Fans enter the Club House gate before Game 4 of the NLDS between the Braves and Dodgers Monday at SunTrust Park. (Jason Getz/Special)

An usher passes out programs to fans as they enter the Club House gate before Game 4 of the Braves-Dodgers series Monday at SunTrust Park. (Jason Getz/Special)

Foam tomahawks line the cup holder of every seat at SunTrust Park. (Jason Getz/Special)

Fans enter the Club House gate before Monday's game. (Jason Getz/Special)

Braves fan Robert Walls of Roswell wears his "chief" costume in support of the home team. (Jason Getz/Special)

Braves fan Collins Crisp, 7, of South Carolina, tries on an extra sized glove before Monday's game. (Jason Getz/Special)

Ronald Acuna and Ozzie Albies watch from the dugout as the Dodgers celebrate their 6-2 victory over the Braves Monday at SunTrust Park. With the win, the Dodgers won the best-of-five playoff series three games to...

Ronald Acuna and Ozzie Albies sit dejected in the dugout after the game. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Braves eliminated from playoffs after 6-2 loss: Chad Sobotka sits in the dugout after allowing a three-run homer to Manny Machado in the seventh inning of Monday's Game 4 of the National League Division Series at...

Manny Machado's home run off Chad Sobotka helped the Dodgers pull away from the Braves and ultimately win the best-of-five series three games to one. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Johan Camargo is the last player in the dugout watching the Dodgers celebrate their win over the Braves Monday at SunTrust Park. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts celebrates with pitcher Rich Hill after Monday's victory. (Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com)

The Dodgers celebrate on the mound after their win Monday secured the National League Division Series over the Braves. (Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com)

The Dodgers celebrate after their win over the Braves Monday. (Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com)

The big hit in the game came off the bat of Dodgers shortstop Manny Machado, whose three-run homer in the seventh extended LA's slim one-run lead to a four-run 6-2 lead. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

The Dodgers scored five runs in the sixth and seventh inning after trailing 2-1 earlier in the game. (Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com)

Manny Machado watches the flight of the ball during his three-run homer in the seventh, (Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com)

Manny Machado celebrates with teammates after his big home run. (Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com)

The game became interesting in the eighth. Lucas Duda just missed on a three-run homer that went foul and would have cut the deficit to 6-5. Instead, Duda flew out to end the inning. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...

Earlier in the game, the Braves grabbed a 2-1 lead thanks to Kurt Suzuki's two-run single. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Kurt Suzuki follows through on his big hit in the fourth. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Tyler Flowers scores on Kurt Suzuki's hit. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Johan Camargo (center) high fives teammates in the dugout after scoring on Kurt Suzuki's hit. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Braves pitching coach Chuck Hernandez (right) chats with starting pitcher Mike Foltynewicz in the dugout. Foltynewicz was pulled from the game in the fourth, and the move paid off as Suzuki delivered the big hit...

Kurt Suzuki's hit from another angle. (Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com)

The Dodgers regained the lead in the sixth thanks to a two-out single from David Freese. (Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com)

David Freese's hit drove in two runs and gave the Dodgers a 3-2 lead. (Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com)

Cody Bellinger (left) and Yasiel Puig celebrate after scoring on David Freese's hit. (Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com)

Braves shortstop Charlie Culberson couldn't make the play on David Freese's hit. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Braves reliever Brad Brach reacts after being removed from the game following David Freese's hit. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Braves manager Brian Snitker gives the ball to relief pitcher Jonny Venters (48) during a pitching change in the sixth inning. (Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com)

Nick Markakis reacts after flying out to the Los Angeles Dodgers during the 7th inning in Game 4 of a National League Division Series baseball game on Monday, Oct 8, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...

Braves third base coach Ron Washington stands near a NLDS logo during the first inning of Monday's Game 4 of the National League Division Series against the Dodgers at SunTrust Park. (Jason Getz/Special)

Braves starting pitcher Mike Foltynewicz delivers a pitch in the first inning of Monday's game. (Jason Getz/Special)

Dodgers starting pitcher Rich Hill delivers a pitch during the first inning. (Jason Getz/Special)

Braves starter Mike Foltynewicz delivers a pitch during the first inning of Monday's game against the Dodgers at SunTrust Park. (Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com)

Mike Foltynewicz reacts after walking Los Angeles Dodgers center fielder Cody Bellinger (35) in the second inning. (Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com)

Manny Machado doubles in the top of the first, driving in the first run of the game to give the Dodgers a 1-0 lead. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)Curtis Compton

Max Muncy scores on Manny Machado's first-inning double. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman singles in the first inning. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Dodgers center fielder Cody Bellinger can't make the catch on Freddie Freeman's single in the first. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

Cody Bellinger steals second base ahead of the tag by Ozzie Albies in the fourth inning. (Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com)

Braves fans participate in the tomahawk chop prior to the game. (Jason Getz/Special)

Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker watches his team prepare to play the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 4 of the best-of-five National League Division Series Monday at SunTrust Park. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

The national anthem is performed before the game. (Jason Getz/Special)

Braves manager Brian Snitker and hitting coach Kevin Seitzer watch batting practice. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

The national anthem is performed before the start of Game 3 between the Atlanta Braves and the Los Angeles Dodgers in a National League Division Series baseball game Sunday, October 7, 2018, in Atlanta. (JASON GETZ/SPECIAL...Jason Getz

Former Atlanta Braves Hank Aaron yells "play ball" before the start of Game 3 against the Los Angeles Dodgers in a National League Division Series baseball game Sunday, October 7, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...Curtis Compton

Former Atlanta Braves third baseman Chipper Jones greets first baseman Freddie Freeman after Jones threw out the first pitch before the start of their game against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 3 of a National...Curtis Compton

Former Atlanta Braves third baseman Chipper Jones throws out the first pitch before the start of their game against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 3 of a National League Division Series baseball game Sunday, October...Jason Getz

Former Atlanta Braves third baseman Chipper Jones throws out the first pitch before the start of their game against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 3 of a National League Division Series baseball game Sunday, October...Curtis Compton

Former Atlanta Braves third baseman Chipper Jones throws out the first pitch before the start of their game against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 3 of a National League Division Series baseball game Sunday, October...Jason Getz

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna takes selfies with U.S. Army and Air Force members of the flag crew during batting practice before playing the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 3 of a National League Division Series...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

A Braves fan catches a ball in center field during the Braves batting practice before playing the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 3 of a National League Division Series baseball game on Sunday, Oct 7, 2018, in Atlanta...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Braves fans watch the pregame festivities at the plaza before Game 3 between the Atlanta Braves and the Los Angeles Dodgers in a National League Division Series baseball game Sunday, October 7, 2018, in...Jason Getz

Fans line up to enter the Club House gate before Game 3 between the Atlanta Braves and the Los Angeles Dodgers in a National League Division Series baseball game Sunday, October 7, 2018, in Atlanta. (JASON GETZ/SPECIAL...Jason Getz

Fans fill the plaza before Game 3 between the Atlanta Braves and the Los Angeles Dodgers in a National League Division Series baseball game Sunday, October 7, 2018, in Atlanta. (JASON GETZ/SPECIAL TO THE AJC)Jason Getz

Atlanta Braves fans gather in the plaza before Game 3 between the Atlanta Braves and the Los Angeles Dodgers in a National League Division Series baseball game Sunday, October 7, 2018, in Atlanta. (JASON GETZ/SPECIAL...Jason Getz

The Atlanta Braves Tomahawk Team and other members of the pregame festivities perform before the start of Game 3 between the Atlanta Braves and the Los Angeles Dodgers during a National League Division Series baseball...Jason Getz

The Atlanta Braves Tomahawk Team performs before the start of Game 3 between the Atlanta Braves and the Los Angeles Dodgers during a National League Division Series baseball game Sunday, October 7, 2018, in Atlanta...Jason Getz

Atlanta Braves fans Chris and Taylor Jones and their 2-year-old son Brantley are on hand to cheer on their team against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 3 of a National League Division Series baseball game on Sunday...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Braves third base coach Ron Washington and Ozzie Albies warmup in SunTrust Park before playing the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 3 of a National League Division Series baseball game on Sunday, Oct 7, 2018...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Braves players warmup before playing the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 3 of a National League Division Series baseball game on Sunday, Oct 7, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Braves fans fill center field to catch balls hit out of the park during batting practice before taking on the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 3 of a National League Division Series baseball game on Sunday, Oct...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

October 7, 2018 Atlanta: Atlanta Braves fans fill center field to catch balls hit out of the park during batting practice before taking on the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 3 of a National League Division Series baseball...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

October 7, 2018 - Atlanta: Atlanta Braves fan Josh Philemon, of Newnan, Ga., participates in the tomahawk chop before the start of Game 3 between the Atlanta Braves and the Los Angeles Dodgers in a National League...Jason Getz

October 7, 2018 - Atlanta: The sun sets behind baseball fans before the start of Game 3 between the Atlanta Braves and the Los Angeles Dodgers in a National League Division Series baseball game Sunday, October 7...Jason Getz

October 7, 2018 - Atlanta: Fireworks go off before the start of Game 3 between the Atlanta Braves and the Los Angeles Dodgers in a National League Division Series baseball game Sunday, October 7, 2018, in Atlanta...Jason Getz

Braves' Freddie Freeman (right), who went 3-for-3, gets five from manager Brian Snitker after beating the St. Louis Cardinals 7-3 on Wednesday in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman celebrates with teammate Ender Inciarte after hitting a 2-run homer to take a 2-0 lead over the St. Louis Cardinals during the fourth inning Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2018, at SunTrust...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Braves starter Touki Toussaint delivers a pitch against the St. Louis Cardinals during the first inning Wednesday, Sept 19, 2018, at SunTrust Park in Atlanta.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman hits a 2-run homer to take a 2-0 lead over the St. Louis Cardinals during the fourth inning Wednesday, Sept 19, 2018, at SunTrust Park in Atlanta.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Harrison Badder looks on as a baseball fan catches Atlanta Braves Freddie Freeman's 2-run homer for a 2-0 lead over the Cardinals during the fourth inning Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2018...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman hits a 2-run homer to take a 2-0 lead over the St. Louis Cardinals during the fourth inning Wednesday, Sept 19, 2018, at SunTrust Park in Atlanta.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Braves' Freddie Freeman gets a high-five from third base coach Ron Washington after hitting a 2-run homer to take a 2-0 lead over the St. Louis Cardinals during the fourth inning Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2018, at SunTrust...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Braves Freddie Freeman gets a high-five from Ronald Acuna in the dugout after hitting a 2-run homer to take a 2-0 lead over the St. Louis Cardinals during the fourth inning Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2018, at...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Braves Freddie Freeman steals second base past the tag of the Cardinals' Paul DeJong during the fifth inning Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2018, at SunTrust Park in Atlanta.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

St. Louis Cardinals' Jose Martinez scores past Braves catcher Tyler Flowers on a sacrifice fly by Jedd Gyorko during the 8th inning Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2018, at SunTrust Park in Atlanta.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Braves mascot Blooper plays around with Cardinals' Jose Martinez prior to the game Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2018, at SunTrust Park in Atlanta.Daniel Shirey/Getty Images

Cardinals' Kolten Wong tosses a ground ball to teammate Paul DeJong for an out during the first inning against the Atlanta Braves Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2018, at SunTrust Park in Atlanta.Daniel Shirey/Getty Images

Atlanta Braves starter Touki Toussaint delivers a pitch against the St. Louis Cardinals during the first inning Wednesday, Sept 19, 2018, at SunTrust Park in Atlanta.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Braves' Tyler Flowers hits a solo home run for a 7-3 lead over the St. Louis Cardinals during the 8th inning. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Braves' Tyler Flowers gets five from Dansby Swanson after hitting a solo home run for a 7-3 lead over the St. Louis Cardinals during the 8th inning. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Braves' Ronald Acuna Jr. and manager Brian Snitker celebrate a 7-3 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Braves' Ronald Acuna Jr. yells at Freddie Freeman from the dugout after he scored on a RBI-single by Freeman for a 4-1 lead, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Braves' Tyler Flowers scores from third base on a wild pitch for a 3-1 lead during the fifth inning against the St. Louis Cardinals. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Braves' Freddie Freeman and Nick Markakis celebrate a 7-3 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

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)

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

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