Red Sox’s Triston Casas Hits Three Home Runs in First Three At-Bats

BOSTON — In an impressive display of batting, Triston Casas of the Red Sox delivered a standout performance during the first game of a split doubleheader against the Minnesota Twins on Sunday.

The 24-year-old first baseman homered in his first three at-bats and drove in a remarkable seven runs, leading Boston to an 8-1 victory.

Casas’ performance was noteworthy as he came close to tying the Major League record for the most home runs in a single game, which stands at four. This record has been achieved only 18 times in MLB history.

The last player to reach this milestone was J.D. Martinez while he was playing for the Arizona Diamondbacks against the Los Angeles Dodgers on September 4, 2017. In the American League, the last player to accomplish four home runs in a game was Josh Hamilton, who did so for the Texas Rangers against the Baltimore Orioles on May 8, 2012.

As the crowd rallied behind him, Casas saw his bid for a fourth home run come to an end when he grounded to first base in his fourth at-bat, concluding the sixth inning.

His first home run of the game came in the opening inning when he hit a first-pitch fastball from Pablo Lopez, sending the ball approximately 400 feet into the stands behind Boston’s bullpen, with two runners on base.

Casas followed up with his second homer in the third inning, also off Lopez. This time, he connected with an opposite-field shot that flew into the Green Monster seats, clearing the bases once again to put his team ahead 6-0. This marked the second two-homer game of his young career, the first having occurred on July 22 of the previous season.

The third home run came during his first at-bat against reliever Brent Headrick, where he launched another shot to extend the Red Sox’s lead to 8-1 in the fifth inning.

Casas’ performance added to the excitement of the day, showcasing his potential and ability to perform under pressure. Fans were treated to an entertaining display of skill and power hitting, putting a spotlight on the promising future of the young slugger.

His efforts not only contributed significantly to the team’s victory but also highlighted the ongoing competitiveness of the Red Sox during the season. As the games continue to unfold, Casas remains a key player to watch, having already demonstrated his capacity to impact the game significantly.

This remarkable outing solidifies him as a vital member of the Red Sox lineup, and fans are undoubtedly eager to see what he will accomplish in future games.