Reds' Sal Stewart hits historic home run off Jacob Misiorowski
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 6:33 PM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
On July 2, 2026, Cincinnati Reds rookie Sal Stewart hit a first-inning home run against Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski. The home run was significant as it marked the first time in the Statcast era that a batter hit a 102+ mph fastball for a first-inning home run. Only nine other players have achieved this feat since 2008 in any inning. Stewart's achievement stands out as he continues to display remarkable skill in his rookie season, approaching 20 home runs and double-digit steals.
- •Sal Stewart hit a historic first-inning home run on July 2, 2026.
- •The home run was off Jacob Misiorowski's 102 mph fastball.
- •Stewart is having one of the best rookie seasons in Reds history.
- •Only nine other home runs of this kind have occurred since 2008.
- •Stewart is nearing 20 home runs and double-digit steals this season.
- 6:33 PMYahoo Sports — Reds' Sal Stewart HR off Jacob Misiorowski made baseball history as unprecedented feat
"Miz has been nearly unhittable this season for the Brewers.
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