What happened: Nasim Nuñez became MLB's first player this season to reach 30 stolen bases. The milestone puts him alone at the top of the league's speed leaderboard before the end of June.
Why it matters: Reaching 30 steals this early changes how opponents manage him once he gets on base. It also gives Nuñez a carrying tool that can keep his value high even when his offensive production fluctuates.
By the numbers: 30 steals: Nuñez is the first MLB player to reach the mark in 2026. Recent context had him at a .320 on-base percentage and .609 OPS after a June contact surge.
What to watch: The next marker is whether Nuñez keeps reaching base often enough to sustain the pace. Opposing batteries will likely tighten pickoff moves and pitch selection with him aboard.