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Atlanta Braves’ Austin Riley Joins Incredible Club in Team History
Atlanta Braves third baseman Austin Riley has made history in the team’s record books by becoming the fourth player to hit a home run in four consecutive games. The last time this feat was achieved was by Freddie Freeman back in 2016.
Riley’s Impressive Performance
Riley’s record-setting home run came in the fifth inning of the Braves’ game against the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday. The 23-year-old hit a two-run homer, which helped his team to secure a 7-3 victory over the Brewers.
Riley’s recent impressive performance at the plate has been a huge part of the Braves’ recent success. He has hit a total of five home runs in the last four games, and he currently leads the team with a .282 batting average and 16 home runs.
The Elite Club
Riley’s incredible achievement now puts him in the elite company of Hank Aaron, Eddie Matthews, and Brian Jordan, who are the only other players in Braves’ history to hit home runs in four consecutive games.
Aaron accomplished the feat twice during his career, first in 1959 and again in 1963, while Matthews did it in 1955 and Jordan achieved it in 1999.
Riley’s Future with the Braves
Riley’s historic achievement is a testament to his talent and potential as a player. He has quickly become a fan favorite in Atlanta, and his recent success at the plate has only added to his popularity.
The Braves’ third baseman is still young and has a bright future ahead of him. He will undoubtedly continue to be a key player for the team as they look to make a playoff push this season.
With his name now etched in Braves’ history, Riley will undoubtedly go down as one of the team’s greats. His future with the team looks bright, and fans can look forward to watching him continue to play at an elite level for years to come.
