R.J. Alaniz didn't hesitate when asked if he was more excited about getting his first career hit or victory. "The hit," said the Cincinnati Reds rookie relief pitcher, who hadn't even taken batting practice since his senior of high school 10 years ago. "Definitely the hit. Just see the ball, hit the ball. I was a pretty good hitter back in the day." Jose Iglesias doubled home the winning run in the 12th inning and scored on Alaniz's single, and the Reds outlasted the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-2 Saturday night. read more https://www.espn.com/mlb/recap?gameId=401077144
