Cubs prospect Nico Hoerner hit his first home run of 2019, and the young shortstop got to show off his speed with the Smokies Monday night.
Hoerner lined a ball to the left-field corner and it bounced off the wall and got away from the outfielder. Hoerner raced around the bases and scored easily.
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But just how fast was Hoerner flying around the bases?
Elite speed to go along with his other hitting tools? Yes, please!
In 16 games at Double-A this season Hoerner has a slash line of .304/.385/.500, with four doubles, two triples, a home run and six RBIs. He has eight strikeouts and seven walks.
Hoerner just keeps on hitting no matter where he plays.