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Pirates Rookie Devanney Celebrates First Hit Amid Controversy

9/5/2025

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Cam Devanney, a rookie for the Pittsburgh Pirates, achieved his first MLB hit against the Dodgers on September 2, 2025.
Dodgers pitcher Emmet Sheehan faced controversy for allegedly switching the ball to keep Devanney's milestone ball.
Sheehan stated he was unaware of the ball's importance and intends to apologize to Devanney.
Devanney, now playing third base, thanked his supportive Pirates teammates.
The Pirates secured a 3-0 victory, their fourth win in five games.

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Cam Devanney, a rookie for the Pittsburgh Pirates, achieved his first MLB hit against the Dodgers on September 2, 2025.
Dodgers pitcher Emmet Sheehan faced controversy for allegedly switching the ball to keep Devanney's milestone ball.
Sheehan stated he was unaware of the ball's importance and intends to apologize to Devanney.
Devanney, now playing third base, thanked his supportive Pirates teammates.
The Pirates secured a 3-0 victory, their fourth win in five games.