Dodgers prospect De Paula hits 3-run homer to lift NL to 4-2 win in All-Star Futures Game
Briefly

Josue De Paula's three-run homer ignited a four-run fourth inning, propelling the National League to a 4-2 victory against the American League in the Futures Game. The National League improved its record to 4-1-1 since the game's format changed to AL vs. NL in 2019. Noah Schultz of the White Sox surrendered four hits and runs, including De Paula's 416-foot homer. Strong performances included JR Ritchie with two strikeouts in the first inning and George Lombard Jr. contributing a walk and a run.
Josue De Paula hit a three-run homer in a four-run fourth inning, leading the National League to a 4-2 victory over the American League.
This victory marks the National League's improved record to 4-1-1 since the Futures Game shifted to an AL vs. NL format in 2019.
Right-hander JR Ritchie became the 10th pitcher to start a Futures Game in his home park, achieving two strikeouts during a scoreless first inning.
Chipper Jones expressed nostalgic excitement during the game, recalling his past achievements with emotion, "You can't measure my chill bumps right now with a yard stick."
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