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St. Louis Cardinals Rookie Joshua Báez Hits Three Home Runs in Major League Debut
Just the facts
Báez achieved the record-setting performance during his initial game appearances with the team. Each of his first three official plate appearances resulted in a home run over the outfield wall. Major League Baseball officials confirmed that no previous player had recorded three home runs in their first three career at-bats. The performance was highlighted across sports networks and league media broadcasts.
Why this is news
Outfielder Joshua Báez debuted for the St. Louis Cardinals, becoming the first player in Major League Baseball history to hit home runs in his first three major league at-bats.
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