VIDEO: Ronald Acuna hits solo homer against Rays

Atlanta Braves rookie Ronald Acuña hit the third home run of his major league career Tuesday night against the Tampa Bay Rays.

In the top of the third inning with a full count and two outs, Acuña hammered his solo home run to center field.

Acuña’s home run gave the Braves a 1-0 lead over the Rays.

The Braves went on to win Tuesday's game 1-0.

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