Atlanta Braves fans ecstatic as Ronald Acuña Jr. and Matt Olson hit back-to-back home runs: "They're taking the East"

The Atlanta Braves can put runs on the board quickly, and the Washington Nationals are finding that out first-hand. In the first inning of Saturday's game, Ronald Acuña Jr.and Matt Olson hit back-to-back jacks.

Both players were hot on Opening Day on Thursday as they got two hits apiece as well. If this is the type of performance the Braves are getting from their one- and two-hitters, the league may be in trouble.

It was a great start for the reigning National League East division winners. They're looking to put pressure on the rest of the division early.

High expectations were set for both players coming into the season. With the team losing Dansby Swanson in free agency, it was important that these guys step up.

"They're taking the East very easily," one fan tweeted.

"Y'all know who runs this league," tweeted another fan.

Atlanta Braves fans are pumped with the team's start. Ronald Acuña Jr. didn't have the best season last year. He was recovering from a torn ACL that he suffered in 2021.

The Braves have a lineup that pitchers can't overlook. There's no break from top to bottom. The team can score runs in bunches at any given moment.

The Atlanta Braves are ready to continue their division dominance

Atlanta Braves v Washington Nationals

The Atlanta Braves have the ability to go on another run this season. While they lost Dansby Swanson in free agency to the Chicago Cubs, the team still has what it takes to get the job done.

Atlanta has one of the best-catching duos in the league behind Sean Murphy and Travis d'Arnaud. Murphy was acquired from the Oakland Athletics this offseason as the team said goodbye to William Contreras.

Moving to the corner infield positions, the Braves have Austin Riley and Matt Olson. Both players provide huge bats in the middle of the order. There may not be a more feared duo playing the corners.

The biggest question mark surrounding the team in the offseason was who was going to play shortstop. So far, Orlando Arcia has gotten both starts at shortstop. The team had hinted at Vaughn Grissom, but he is yet to be seen.

The Braves are going to be a problem for a ton of teams this season. Their lineup is loaded with guys who have monster power. Don't be surprised if the Braves lock up the NL East again this season.