Lenny Harris mentioned during Switzerland-Colombia World Cup match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 10:40 PM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
During the 89th minute of the FIFA World Cup round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia, Fox analyst Darren Fletcher mentioned Lenny Harris. Harris, a former Cincinnati Reds player and current Daytona Tortugas bench coach, is recognized as the greatest pinch-hitter in baseball history with 212 pinch-hits across his 18-season MLB career. His connection to the match surprised many viewers, as he has been retired from the sport for years. This mention highlights the cross-sport recognition of Harris and his enduring legacy in baseball.
- •Match between Switzerland and Colombia ongoing
- •Darren Fletcher mentions Lenny Harris in the 89th minute
- •Harris has 212 career pinch-hits in MLB
- •Harris began his career with the Reds in 1988
- •Currently serves as a coach for Daytona Tortugas
- 10:40 PMYahoo Sports — Lenny Harris, ex-Reds pinch-hit king, gets World Cup broadcast mention
"Fox's analyst mentioned former Reds fan favorite Lenny Harris during the 89th minute of the Switzerland-Colombia FIFA World Cup match.
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