# Valdez’s First Homer Lands in Fans’ Hands

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Podcast: [Pittsburgh Pirates News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/pittsburgh-pirates-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7463309)
Published: 2026-05-25T14:15:29+00:00
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## Resource

Pirates rookie Esmerlyn Valdez stunned fans with his first MLB homer — a two-run opposite-field blast in a 4-1 win — and then pulled off a sweet twist: a young fan caught the ball and traded it for Pirates gear, thanks to bullpen ace Justin Lawrence’s charm. Valdez’s debut homer, snagged by 10-year-old Adam Molnar, became a heartwarming moment as the Pirates’ youth movement gains steam ahead of their Cubs series. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/9bb2875762871b54

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