Bryce Harper's 'Dad Strength': Two-Run Homer in First Game Back After Third Child's Birth Leads Phillies to Shutout Win over Reds

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Bryce Harper returned from paternity leave and hit a two-run homer in his first game back, leading the Phillies to a shutout win over the Reds.
Bryson Stott had two RBIs, including an RBI triple and a single, for the Phillies.
Harper's wife gave birth to their third child earlier that week.
Nick Martinez gave up five runs on 11 hits in six innings for the Reds.
Zack Wheeler pitched six scoreless innings with eight strikeouts for the Phillies.
Bryce Harper's 'Dad Strength': Two-Run Homer in First Game Back After Third Child's Birth Leads Phillies to Shutout Win over Reds

Bryce Harper, the star first baseman for the Philadelphia Phillies, returned to the team after taking paternity leave following the birth of his third child. In his first game back on April 25, 2024, Harper demonstrated his 'dad strength' by hitting a two-run homer in a 5-0 win over the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park. This was Harper's second home run after becoming a father, as he also hit one following the birth of his son Krew in August 2019. The Phillies have now recorded five shutouts this season, leading the major leagues.

Zack Wheeler pitched six scoreless innings for the Phillies, allowing only one hit and striking out eight batters. Nick Martinez started for the Reds and gave up five runs on 11 hits in six innings. The Phillies' offense was led by Bryson Stott, who had two RBIs, including an RBI triple and a single.

Harper's homer came off Martinez in the third inning and capped a four-run frame for the Phillies. Trea Turner also contributed with three hits, raising his average to .336. Orion Kerkering and Jeff Hoffman finished the game with a combined three-hit shutout.

The Reds were blanked twice in the series after not being shut out in their first 21 games. The Phillies won the season series 4-3.

Harper's wife, Kayla, gave birth to their third child earlier that week. Harper has a history of homering in his first game back from paternity leave. He also hit a solo home run in his first game after the birth of his son Krew on August 26, 2019.

The Phillies will face the San Diego Padres next, with Aaron Nola starting for Philadelphia against Joe Musgrove. The Reds will send Graham Ashcraft to the mound against Nathan Eovaldi.


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  • Was Nick Martinez really that poor of a pitcher in this game?

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Bryce Harper shows his Dad Strength, homers again in return to Phillies after birth of child

The Athletic Matt Gelb Thursday, 25 April 2024 00:00
  • Unique Points
    • Bryce Harper rejoined the Phillies after the birth of his third child.
    • Harper homered in his first game back from paternity leave, scoring two runs.
    • This is the second time Harper has homered after becoming a new father. The first was on Aug. 26, 2019, when his son Krew was born.
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'Dad Strength is a real thing': Fatherhood agreeing with Harper

Major League Baseball (MLB) Todd Zolecki Friday, 26 April 2024 00:45
  • Unique Points
    • Bryce Harper hit a two-run home run in his first game back from the paternity list on April 25, 2024.
    • Harper's wife Kayla gave birth to a girl earlier that week.
    • Harper has a history of homering in his first game back from the paternity list. He did it after the births of both his daughter and son.
    • Phillies manager Rob Thomson referred to Harper’s home run power as ‘daddy strength’.
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  • Fallacies (95%)
    The article contains some instances of informal fallacies, specifically an appeal to personal experience with the phrase 'Dad Strength is a real thing' and Harper's statements about feeling good during the game despite the layoff. However, these do not significantly impact the overall content of the article and are not repeated excessively.
    • ]Anytime you have that opportunity to just do it,
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Bryce Harper flexes ‘dad strength’ again with home run in return from paternity list to lead win over Reds

The Philadelphia Inquirer Alex Coffey Friday, 26 April 2024 00:50
  • Unique Points
    • Harper hit a two-run home run in his first game back from the paternity list.
    • Wheeler allowed one hit over six scoreless innings and struck out eight batters.
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    None Found At Time Of Publication
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    The author uses inflammatory rhetoric by quoting Reds fans chanting 'Overrated' and 'Big Whiffer' at Harper before his home run. This is an attempt to elicit an emotional response from the reader and create a negative perception of Harper.
    • CINCINNATI – After a few days on the paternity list, Bryce Harper returned to the Phillies clubhouse on Wednesday night. He was activated ahead of Thursday’s game against the Reds, and didn’t waste any at-bats. With two outs in the top of the third inning and a runner on second, Harper launched a two-run home run 384 feet to right-center field. Moments before the home run, the broadcast picked up a few Reds fans chanting ‘Overrated’ and ‘Big Whiffer’ at Harper.
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Bryce Harper homers in return from daughter's birth as Philadelphia Phillies beat Reds

CBS News Site: https://www.cbsnews.com/articles/about-us/ Friday, 26 April 2024 00:50
  • Unique Points
    • Bryce Harper returned to the lineup following the birth of his third child and hit a two-run homer in the Phillies’ 5-0 win over the Reds.
    • Zack Wheeler pitched six innings, allowing one hit and striking out eight, extending his scoreless streak to 13 1/3 innings.
    • Bryson Stott had two RBIs in the game, including an RBI triple and a single.
    • Trea Turner had three hits, raising his average to .336.
    • Orion Kerkering and Jeff Hoffman completed the three-hit shutout for the Phillies.
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Bryce Harper homers in return from daughter's birth as Phillies beat Reds 5-0 for 5th shutout

The Associated Press News Thursday, 25 April 2024 20:32
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    • Bryce Harper returned to the lineup after the birth of his third child and hit a two-run homer in the Phillies’ 5-0 win over the Reds.
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