Rafael Flores Jr. forces role reconsideration with historic pinch-hit homers

Rafael Flores Jr. made franchise history on Aug 20 by hitting two pinch-hit home runs, including a tying and winning shot in the ninth inning. He has a 40% HR rate in limited ABs. Defensive concerns remain, but his bat is forcing the Pirates to reconsider his role. He hit sixth in the next game against the Dodgers, indicating increased trust.