Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Oneil Cruz amazed the crowd with an incredible 463-foot home run against the Los Angeles Angels Wednesday night, prompting him to become known as " Cruz Missile " for his jaw-dropping display of might. The solo shot launched off an 88 mph slider from Los Angeles starter Jack Kochanowicz, sailed off the bat of Oneil Cruz at 117 mph, and went into the stands in right field at Angel Stadium, the fourth-longest homer in Major League Baseball this season.
Oneil Cruz's moonshot leaves people shocked!The instant Oneil Cruz made contact with the ball, it was apparent the ball was headed for something special. The towering blast not only put the Pirates up by 2-0 in the fifth inning but also put on display Oneil Cruz's tremendous power and timing. Fans and teammates were left in awe, with social media abuzz over the magnitude and speed of the home run. This was not Oneil Cruz's first exhibition of raw strength; he had already slammed a 462-foot homer into the Allegheny River, showing his habitual skill at sending baseballs into orbit.
The "Cruz Missile" has become a nickname for his potential to alter the game with a single blow. His ability to produce such force is a measure of his demanding training and inborn ability. Such moments do not just build team morale, but also inject energy into the fan base, creating a frenzy that carries far beyond the playing field.
Pirates' pitching complements offensive firepowerWhile Oneil Cruz's home run grabbed the headlines, the Pirates' pitching corps had a performance just as impressive. Starting pitcher Andrew Heaney, a former Angel, shut down his former team by retiring the first 13 batters that came to the plate. Heaney went six scoreless innings, giving up just one hit and nine strikeouts without walking a batter.
The bullpen preserved the shutout, with David Bednar, Caleb Ferguson, and David Santana working together for three shutout innings and just one more hit. This collective effort on the mound made sure that Oneil Cruz's historic homer would be the game's turning point.
With the win, the Pirates have taken the first two games of the series from the Angels and will look to sweep the third. Oneil Cruz's outing is a reminder of what baseball is all about: excitement and unpredictability. As the season carries on, fans will surely welcome more "Cruz Missiles" and the thrill they provide.
Also Read: “That Was Fast”: Oneil Cruz Is Already A Starcast Sensation In 2025
Oneil Cruz's moonshot leaves people shocked!The instant Oneil Cruz made contact with the ball, it was apparent the ball was headed for something special. The towering blast not only put the Pirates up by 2-0 in the fifth inning but also put on display Oneil Cruz's tremendous power and timing. Fans and teammates were left in awe, with social media abuzz over the magnitude and speed of the home run. This was not Oneil Cruz's first exhibition of raw strength; he had already slammed a 462-foot homer into the Allegheny River, showing his habitual skill at sending baseballs into orbit.
CRUZ MISSILE
— Cary (@carykickingback) April 24, 2025
The "Cruz Missile" has become a nickname for his potential to alter the game with a single blow. His ability to produce such force is a measure of his demanding training and inborn ability. Such moments do not just build team morale, but also inject energy into the fan base, creating a frenzy that carries far beyond the playing field.
Pirates' pitching complements offensive firepowerWhile Oneil Cruz's home run grabbed the headlines, the Pirates' pitching corps had a performance just as impressive. Starting pitcher Andrew Heaney, a former Angel, shut down his former team by retiring the first 13 batters that came to the plate. Heaney went six scoreless innings, giving up just one hit and nine strikeouts without walking a batter.
The bullpen preserved the shutout, with David Bednar, Caleb Ferguson, and David Santana working together for three shutout innings and just one more hit. This collective effort on the mound made sure that Oneil Cruz's historic homer would be the game's turning point.
With the win, the Pirates have taken the first two games of the series from the Angels and will look to sweep the third. Oneil Cruz's outing is a reminder of what baseball is all about: excitement and unpredictability. As the season carries on, fans will surely welcome more "Cruz Missiles" and the thrill they provide.
Also Read: “That Was Fast”: Oneil Cruz Is Already A Starcast Sensation In 2025
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