Pittsburgh Pirates rookie Nick Gonzales had an impressive debut at PNC Park, hitting an RBI triple and a 442-foot home run in a 9-4 win over the San Diego Padres. The 2020 MLB Draft pick showcased his power and defensive skills, impressing his manager and teammates. Gonzales, who had primarily been known for his hitting, has been working on improving his defense and showed his versatility by playing shortstop and second base during the game. Overall, Gonzales expressed his excitement to compete and have fun playing baseball at the major league level.
Nick Gonzales, a rookie for the Pittsburgh Pirates, had a memorable game with his first major-league hit, an RBI triple, and his first career home run as the Pirates defeated the San Diego Padres 9-4. The Pirates also received strong performances from veterans Andrew McCutchen, Carlos Santana, and Rich Hill, while Rodolfo Castro, Jack Suwinski, and Austin Hedges contributed with slump-busting hits. The Pirates' offense came alive with 16 hits and improved their performance with runners in scoring position. Despite a strong start from Hill, the Padres couldn't keep up and suffered the loss.
The Pittsburgh Pirates have promoted infielder Nick Gonzales, their first-round pick from the 2020 MLB draft, to High-A Greensboro. Gonzales, who played college baseball at New Mexico State, was the seventh overall pick in last year's draft.
