Ronald Acuña Jr. starts in right field for NLDS Game 4
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Key Points:
- Ronald Acuña Jr. expressed deep frustration after the Braves' 4-1 loss to the Dodgers ended their postseason, feeling he didn't contribute enough to his team.
- Acuña struggled offensively in the playoffs, batting just 3-for-24 with five walks and three stolen bases over seven games, including 2-for-15 against the Dodgers.
- Despite his historic 2023 NL MVP season, Acuña faced boos from fans during Game 4, marking the first time he was booed at home, reflecting heightened expectations and disappointment.
- Acuña dealt with a right knee injury sustained sliding into second base in Game 2, which affected his performance and led to a move from right field to designated hitter in Game 3.
- His postseason struggles are notable, with a .474 OPS over his last 10 playoff games, ranking near the bottom among players with significant postseason plate appearances.
