Esmerlyn Valdez Powers Pirates with 12th Home Run

Esmerlyn Valdez contributed to the Pirates' 7-1 win over the Guardians, going 1-for-3 with a home run, two RBI, and two walks. The rookie outfielder has now reached 12 home runs in just 31 games, becoming the fourth player in major league history to record at least 12 homers and 31 RBI within their first 31 career games.