Jack Suwinski Joins Barry Bonds as Only Players to Hit 2 Home Runs into McCovey Cove in a Game | #MLB #Pirates #Giants #BarryBonds #McCoveyCove
Pittsburgh Pirates rookie Jack Suwinski joined Barry Bonds as the only players to hit two home runs into McCovey Cove in a game on Monday night. Suwinski hit solo home runs in the seventh and ninth innings of the Pirates' 14-4 loss to the San Francisco Giants.
Suwinski's first home run came off Giants starter Anthony DeSclafani. The ball sailed over the right-field wall and landed in McCovey Cove, a popular spot for kayakers and boaters to retrieve home runs. Suwinski's second home run came off Giants position player Brett Wisely, who was pitching in the ninth inning. The ball also landed in McCovey Cove.
Suwinski's feat is even more impressive considering that he is a rookie. He was called up to the Pirates on May 13 and has quickly made an impact. In 45 games, Suwinski has hit 11 home runs and driven in 32 runs.
Suwinski's home runs into McCovey Cove are the first since Bonds hit two in a game on July 18, 2001. Bonds' home runs came off San Diego Padres pitcher Kevin Towers.
Suwinski's feat is a reminder of the beauty of baseball and the excitement of the game. It is also a reminder of the history of Oracle Park, which has been home to some of the greatest home runs in baseball history.