Braves’ Ozzie Albies reveals the key to staying healthy for full 162-game MLB season plus Ronald Acuna Jr. doubles down on Braves…..
Ozzie Albies opens up on his preparations for the season
Spring training is underway, and Ozzie Albies is getting ready for another run with the Atlanta Braves. A three-time All-Star, Albies will be crucial to the Braves this year, who are looking to reach the World Series once again after back-to-back Divisional Series losses in the past two seasons.
Of course, for his impact on the field to happen, Albies knows he has to stay healthy. Appearing on the Foul Territory podcast, the second baseman spoke about the preparations he undergoes in order to prepare for the 162-game season.
“You work hard for 162 plus (games) because of the postseason and spring training games you’ve got to play,” Albies said, per Foul Territory’s official X (Twitter) account. “Mainly maintaining myself healthy, that’s the main thing. Working out in the gym, doing all the mobilities I’ve got to do to keep myself on the field. And then from there, just work.
The 27-year-old also emphasized quality over quantity when it comes to the work he puts in.
“You know, it’s not about quantity, It’s quality work to keep me in the good route to play the whole season,” Albies added.
This routine has worked well for Albies, based on his performance in 2023. The two-time Silver Slugger hit 33 home runs, batted in 109 runs, slashed .280/.336/.513 and put up a .849 OPS to go with 4.7 WAR. In addition, Albies finished 16th in the NL MVP race.
As for the Braves, a dominant 2024 campaign is expected after the team managed to secure their prized stars for the upcoming season. There’s no shortage of expectations, especially with Ronald Acuña Jr. leading the way yet again. So for Ozzie Albies, an intact squad means another chance for that second World Series title.
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Ronald Acuna Jr. doubles down on Braves long-term desire
Ronald Acuna Jr. wants to be on the Braves for a long time.
During an interview at spring training, Ronald Acuna Jr. claimed he wants to play for the Braves “for life,” according to Cliff Floyd of the MLB Network. If that’s the case, Atlanta is going to be great for years to come.
A message like that will surely get Braves fans hyped up. Acuna is an absolute stud and he’s going to be great for many years. Last season he recorded an impressive .337 batting average, 41 home runs, and 106 RBIs. He also stole 73 stolen bases, making him an incredible asset offensively. His consistency in the outfield is also fantastic, as Acuna is one of the most well-rounded players in baseball.
So, the fact he wants to play for Atlanta for life is the best case scenario for the Braves. We should expect to see him playing at a high level for years to come. In the meantime, he’s preparing for another long season in spring training and should be ready to go by Opening Day.
The Braves are primed for another playoff run and could be one of the favorites to win the World Series. They’ll have their hands full though, as the Los Angeles Dodgers have the best roster on paper. We’ll see how it plays out, but the new season is going to be a fun one.
During an interview at spring training, Ronald Acuna Jr. claimed he wants to play for the Braves “for life,” according to Cliff Floyd of the MLB Network. If that’s the case, Atlanta is going to be great for years to come.
A message like that will surely get Braves fans hyped up. Acuna is an absolute stud and he’s going to be great for many years. Last season he recorded an impressive .337 batting average, 41 home runs, and 106 RBIs. He also stole 73 stolen bases, making him an incredible asset offensively. His consistency in the outfield is also fantastic, as Acuna is one of the most well-rounded players in baseball.
So, the fact he wants to play for Atlanta for life is the best case scenario for the Braves. We should expect to see him playing at a high level for years to come. In the meantime, he’s preparing for another long season in spring training and should be ready to go by Opening Day.
The Braves are primed for another playoff run and could be one of the favorites to win the World Series. They’ll have their hands full though, as the Los Angeles Dodgers have the best roster on paper. We’ll see how it plays out, but the new season is going to be a fun one.
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