Contreras Hits Home Run for Venezuela | MLB News

Willson Contreras hit a 421-foot moonshot homer, then broke down in tears in the dugout — not just for the win, but for Venezuela. Amid devastating earthquakes back home that killed hundreds, he channeled his grief and hope into the swing, yelling “Venezuela” as he rounded the bases. He called the homer his only way to send a prayer and help to his homeland, while also voicing frustration that his country doesn’t deserve the suffering it’s enduring. Ironically, he was ejected in the second inning for not checking his swing — a moment that underscored the emotional weight behind his performance. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3dfddefac8a14aec