Nick Gonzales hits first home run of season for Pittsburgh Pirates
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 1:09 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Nick Gonzales ended his home run drought at 412 at-bats by hitting a two-run homer in the third inning of the game against the Minnesota Twins. The blast measured 407 feet and helped the Pirates secure a 7-3 victory, completing a series sweep. This home run marked his first of the season and the first since July 28, 2024, against the Giants. Despite the lack of power, Gonzales maintains a solid batting average of.303 and has contributed significantly to the Pirates’ offensive success this season.
- •Gonzales entered the game with a 411 at-bat home run drought.
- •His two-run homer gave the Pirates a 4-0 lead.
- •The home run was his first in Pittsburgh since June 6, 2024.
- •Gonzales ranks 12th in MLB with a.303 batting average.
- •The Pirates completed a sweep of the Twins with the victory.
- 1:09 PMYahoo Sports — Nick Gonzales’ Homer Drought Ends at 412 in Pittsburgh
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