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Pavin Smith Hits Three Homers, Nine RBIs by Fifth Inning Against Verlander

Sep 9, 2024, 12:33 AM

Pavin Smith of the Arizona Diamondbacks had an extraordinary performance against the Houston Astros, hitting three home runs and accumulating nine RBIs by the fifth inning. Smith's impressive display included a three-run homer, a grand slam, and a solo homer, all off Justin Verlander, who gave up eight runs in less than three innings. The Diamondbacks took an early lead, with Smith's grand slam and three-run homer significantly contributing to the score. The game highlighted Smith's potential, as he had already shown improvement this year with 33 hard-hit balls and 14 strikeouts in 97 plate appearances before this game. Smith's three-run homer hit the foul pole, and the game was part of Sunday Night Baseball. He is now a two-run homer shy of the home run cycle.