Luisangel Acuña made Venezuelan baseball history on Saturday night by becoming the first player ever to hit four home runs in a single game in the Liga Venezolana de Béisbol Profesional (LVBP). The historic performance took place at Estadio Nueva Esparta and powered Cardenales de Lara to a commanding 21–9 win over Bravos de Margarita.
First Four-Homer Game in LVBP History
Acuña’s unforgettable night marked a milestone never before seen in the league’s 80-year history. According to MLB.com researcher Sarah Langs, no player had previously gone deep four times in one LVBP game. Further research from the Society for American Baseball Research (SABR) confirmed that this was also the first four-homer performance in any professional winter league since Alberto Díaz accomplished the feat in the Cuban Winter League in 1995.
Seven RBIs Highlight Dominant Performance
The 23-year-old infielder finished the game with four home runs and seven RBIs, delivering one of the most dominant offensive performances ever recorded in Venezuelan winter ball. His power surge completely overwhelmed Bravos de Margarita pitching and quickly turned the game into a rout.
Former Top Prospect With MLB Experience
Luisangel Acuña, a former Top 100 prospect, made his Major League debut with the New York Mets in 2024. While he has hit just three home runs in 214 MLB at-bats so far, his performance in the LVBP showcased a level of power that has rarely been associated with his profile at the professional level.
Acuña Family Adds Another Historic Moment
While his older brother Ronald Acuña Jr. is widely known for his elite power-speed combination, including a historic 40-home run, 70-steal MLB season in 2023, Luisangel has now created a defining moment of his own. His four-homer game places the Acuña name alongside recent MLB four-homer performers such as Nick Kurtz, Kyle Schwarber, and Eugenio Suárez.
What’s Next for Luisangel Acuña?
Whether this remarkable display signals a future power breakout or stands as a singular historic achievement remains to be seen. What is certain is that Luisangel Acuña has permanently etched his name into LVBP history, delivering one of the most extraordinary offensive performances ever seen in Venezuelan professional baseball.