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Big League Moment: Reds’ Jacob Hurtubise Hits a Home Run with Baby Gender Reveal

There’s nothing quite like hitting it out of the park—literally and emotionally.

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Jacob Hurtubise and his wife just took the classic gender reveal to major league levels, creating a heartwarming moment that had teammates and fans alike cheering. In a video posted by the Reds, Hurtubise stepped up to the plate at Great American Ball Park and took a swing at a special pitch—one that exploded in a cloud of pink powder, revealing that the couple is expecting a baby girl!

The unique reveal was met with an eruption of cheers from his teammates, who surrounded him in celebration. The excitement didn’t stop there. The couple proudly held up a tiny Reds jersey, and the stadium’s big board lit up with the joyful announcement: “IT’S A GIRL.”

Hurtubise, currently in his second season with the Reds, later shared the video on social media, giving fans a peek into this incredibly personal and memorable moment. The video quickly gained attention, reminding everyone that while baseball is a game of stats and scores, it’s also full of stories that tug at the heart.

It’s not every day you see a gender reveal that combines America’s pastime with a life-changing family moment—and this one definitely knocked it out of the park.

Congratulations to Jacob Hurtubise and his wife on their growing team!