Diamondbacks' Jose Fernandez 7th player with 2 HRs in debut
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Key Points:
- Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Jose Fernandez hit two home runs in his MLB debut, including a go-ahead three-run homer, leading Arizona to a 7-5 victory over the Detroit Tigers.
- Fernandez became the first Diamondbacks player and only the seventh in MLB history to hit two homers in their debut game.
- The 22-year-old joined the team recently due to an injury to Pavin Smith and finished the game with three hits and four RBIs, exceeding expectations for the organization's No. 27 prospect.
- Manager Torey Lovullo praised Fernandez's journey through the Diamondbacks' system and highlighted his impressive debut performance.
- Fernandez emphasized staying calm and focused during his debut, attributing his success to maintaining composure at the plate.
