Joshua Baéz hits three home runs in MLB debut for Cardinals

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Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Joshua Baéz hits three home runs in MLB debut for Cardinals
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Joshua Baéz made MLB history on August 15, 2026, hitting three home runs in his debut with the St. Louis Cardinals at Wrigley Field against the Chicago Cubs. Baéz's performance included a home run in the first inning with a runner on base, followed by two additional home runs in the fourth and sixth innings. This feat marks Baéz as the first player to achieve three home runs in a major league debut. Prior to his call-up, he had 34 home runs and 90 RBIs with the Memphis Redbirds this season.

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  • Baéz called up on August 15, 2026, from Memphis Redbirds.
  • He hit a three-run homer in the first inning.
  • Baéz reached 34 home runs this season in Triple-A.
  • His three homers helped Cardinals win 8-4.
  • Batting average with Redbirds was.256 in 103 games.
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Joshua Baéz was having a spectacular season with the Memphis Redbirds in 2026. He was called up on Aug. 15 and made history with St. Louis.

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