What happened: Merrill drove a solo home run on a 96.2 mph four-seam fastball. The ball traveled 432 feet with a 29-degree launch angle and had enough carry to leave all 30 parks.
Why it matters: The swing pushed Merrill to 26 home runs on the season. The Statcast profile made it a no-doubt drive, not a wall-scraper, which gives the shot more weight than a routine highlight.
By the numbers: 26th home run; 432 feet; 111.4 mph exit velocity; 29-degree launch angle; home run in 30 of 30 parks.
What to watch: Watch whether Merrill keeps that power pace rolling over his next few games. Another homer would move him past 26 on the season.