Bonk! This Ball Went Somewhere New!
Defector • • sports
Key Points:
- Oneil Cruz of the Pittsburgh Pirates hit the hardest home run of the MLB season so far, with a ball off the bat at 116.9 mph.
- The home run occurred in the top of the ninth inning against the Texas Rangers, with the Pirates leading 5-4 and runners on first and second.
- Cruz's ball struck the very top of the right field foul pole, ricocheting into the upper deck, making it a rare and memorable play.
- The home run traveled 432 feet, combining both distance and unusual height, creating a unique moment in the game.
- This extraordinary event stood out amid the countless routine plays in baseball, providing fans with a rare and exciting highlight.
