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7mo ago

Elly De La Cruz Makes History with 100th Stolen Base as Reds Defeat Pirates 8-3

The Reds' victory ensures the Pirates' 28th losing season in 34 years, with De La Cruz becoming the first player to achieve 100 stolen bases and 30 home runs in his first two MLB seasons.

Overview

  • Elly De La Cruz joined Vince Coleman and Rickey Henderson as the only players to record 100 stolen bases in their first two MLB seasons.
  • De La Cruz also became the first player in MLB history to have 100 stolen bases and 30 home runs in his first two seasons.
  • Tyler Stephenson contributed significantly to the Reds' offense, tying his career high with five RBIs in the 8-3 victory.
  • The Reds' win marked the Pirates' sixth consecutive losing season and their 28th losing season in the last 34 years.
  • Reds rookie pitcher Rhett Lowder is set to start Saturday's game against Pirates rookie Jared Jones, both making their first appearances against each other's teams.