Matt Olson is doing something at the plate that hasn't been seen in nearly eight decades—and that's saying something for a guy wearing a Braves uniform.

The Atlanta first baseman is on an absolute tear, putting up numbers that haven't been matched since the legendary Ted Williams did it back in 1949. That's 77 years ago, for those keeping score at home.

Here's the stat that's turning heads: Olson currently leads the major leagues outright in three key categories—doubles (15), RBI (33), and runs scored (35). According to OptaStats, he's the first player to hold the outright lead in all three at this point in the season (or later) since Williams accomplished the feat on September 19, 1949.

Now, Williams' run was admittedly even more impressive—he held those leads deep into September. But for Olson to be doing this in May? That's historic company for the 32-year-old slugger.

And it's not like he's a one-trick pony. Olson is also hitting .308 this season and has already crushed 13 home runs. He's shown remarkable versatility throughout his career, alternating between seasons where he focuses on homers (he led the NL with 54 in 2023) and seasons where he racks up doubles (he led the league with 41 last year). Clearly, the power is there in every form.

For Braves fans, this is a huge reason why the team has gotten off to such a strong start. Olson remains one of the most imposing hitters in baseball, and when he's locked in like this, he's a nightmare for opposing pitchers.

Whether you're a Braves fan or just a lover of baseball history, what Olson is doing right now is something special. And for a player who's already established himself as a star, this kind of run puts him in rarefied air—right alongside one of the greatest hitters the game has ever seen.