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Will Benson’s Four-Game Home Run Streak Powers Reds to Ohio Cup Sweep

Benson, recently recalled from Triple-A, homered twice Sunday in a career-first multi-homer game, lifting Cincinnati to a 3-1 win over Cleveland and a return to .500.

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Overview

  • Will Benson became the first Reds player since 2023 to homer in four consecutive games, capping the streak with two homers on Sunday.
  • Sunday's performance marked the first multi-homer game of Benson's MLB career as the Reds completed a three-game sweep of the Guardians.
  • In the series, Benson went 6-for-14 with four home runs and seven RBIs, emerging as one of baseball’s hottest hitters over the past week.
  • Benson’s resurgence followed a challenging 2024 season and a recent stint in Triple-A Louisville, where he worked to regain his form.
  • The Reds have now won four straight games, improving their record to 24-24 and reigniting momentum after a difficult stretch earlier this season.