In a stunning major league debut, Christian Encarnacion-Strand smashed a pinch-hit, three-run homer to propel the Cincinnati Reds to an 8-7 lead over the San Francisco Giants during the fifth inning on Tuesday night. This electrifying moment came just a day after Encarnacion-Strand's promotion to the big leagues and an initial 0-for-3 performance in a rain-suspended game completed earlier on Tuesday.

Called up to invigorate the Reds' offense, Encarnacion-Strand showcased the power he displayed at Triple-A Louisville, where he boasted a .331 average, 21 doubles, 20 home runs, and 62 RBIs with a 1.042 OPS in 67 games. Entering Tuesday's game as a pinch hitter for Jake Fraley, Encarnacion-Strand connected with a Mauricio Llovero slider on an 0-2 count, sending the ball soaring 426 feet into the second deck in left field.

This remarkable home run marked Encarnacion-Strand's first major league hit, a moment that instantly etched his name into Reds' lore. The rookie's dramatic contribution not only swung the momentum of the game but also offered a glimpse of the offensive potential he brings to Cincinnati.