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Nuñez breaks Nationals stolen base record
Nasim Nuñez steals 49 bases in single game to set Nationals single-season record
In brief
Nasim Nuñez steals 49 bases in single game to set Nationals single-season record Nuñez set Nationals single-season stolen base record with 49 bases stolen in one game Originally reported by Mlb.
Nuñez sets record
Nasim Nuñez stole nine bases last year and aimed for 80 this season. He set the Nationals team record with 49 stolen bases in one game.
“It's cool because a lot of people can't really say they've held the Nats stolen base record.”
Speedy base runner
Nuñez ran 30 feet per second to reach second base, faster than the league average of 27 feet per second.
Manager praise
Tigers manager AJ Hinch called Nuñez a problem for the defense with his speed and ability to inject energy.
“We knew he was a problem coming into the series in terms of his speed and how he can inject a little bit of energy.”
Coaching focus
Nuñez worked with coaches to improve decision-making on steals without risking being thrown out.
“I'm not telling any kids to steal candy.”
Team strategy
The Nationals paired Nuñez's athleticism with strategic coaching to maximize his base running.
Future goal
Nuñez aims to reach 80 stolen bases this season after setting a Nationals record.
“When I do get on base, I'm going to get my 80.”
The big picture
Nuñez set Nationals single-season stolen base record with 49 bases stolen in one game
