Willson Contreras Hits 18th Homer for Venezuela, Cries After 6-3 Red Sox Win
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Updated · ESPN · Jun 30
Willson Contreras Hits 18th Homer for Venezuela, Cries After 6-3 Red Sox Win
3 articles · Updated · ESPN · Jun 30
Summary
A 421-foot, three-run homer by Willson Contreras in Boston's 6-3 win over Washington became a tribute to Venezuela, with the Red Sox first baseman shouting "Venezuela" and later crying in the dugout.
Contreras said anguish over last week's two massive earthquakes — which killed hundreds — has made it hard to simply show up and play while he feels unable to help people back home directly.
The 34-year-old, born in Puerto Cabello, also said he was frustrated by reports that volunteers and aid packages were struggling to reach those in need.
Contreras' night ended early when first-base umpire Nic Lentz ejected him after a strikeout on a failed check swing, saying the hitter's helmet tap for an ABS challenge was disrespectful because check swings cannot be challenged.