Cincinnati Reds infielder Sal Stewart delivered a tie-breaking two-run home run in the 11th inning, leading his team to a 5-3 extra-innings victory over the San Diego Padres at Petco Park on Tuesday.
Stewart finished the night 1-for-4 with two walks, according to CBS Sports game statistics. The blast ended a 15-game home run drought for the infielder.
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During that stretch, Stewart had posted a . 218 batting average with four doubles and six RBIs.
The victory improved Stewart's seasonal statistics to a . 254 batting average and an .
815 OPS through 66 contests.
His season totals now include 13 home runs, 42 RBIs, 36 runs scored, 13 doubles, and 10 stolen bases.
Stewart has maintained a near-everyday role at first and third base for the Reds.
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San Diego Padres outfielder Samad Taylor reached base three times in the losing effort, going 2-for-4 with a walk, one RBI, and a stolen base.
Taylor has recorded a stolen base in each of his last two games.
The Padres originally recalled Taylor to provide roster depth after designating outfielder Nick Castellanos for assignment.
Taylor has since logged three consecutive starts in left field, including two matchups against right-handed pitchers.
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He is competing for future playing time against Gavin Sheets and the injured Miguel Andujar.
