Ronny Simon hits first career home run for Pirates against Royals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 12:00 PM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
Ronny Simon celebrated his first Major League Baseball home run in the Pirates' 6-5 win over the Royals at PNC Park on Saturday night. The 26-year-old hit a two-run shot off Royals starter Noah Cameron during his first at-bat, marking a significant moment for the player who returned from a shoulder injury last season. Simon expressed gratitude for his journey and acknowledged the support he received during tough times. Following the milestone hit, he received an ovation from fans and traded a signed bat for his first home run ball.
- •Ronny Simon's first home run came in the Pirates' 6-5 victory.
- •Simon has a.313 batting average in 15 games with the Pirates.
- •He hit the home run off Royals starter Noah Cameron.
- •Simon acknowledged fan support and celebrated the achievement with teammates.
- •This season, Simon was named MVP of Triple-A Indianapolis.
- 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Pirates’ Ronny Simon Has Even Bigger Reason to Smile
"PITTSBURGH – The smile never left Ronny Simon’s face as he rounded the bases. It’s the same smile often flashed […]
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