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Watch: Andrew Benintendi’s family are the proudest people in the park after his first MLB hit

The rookie picked up his first two hits Wednesday night.

Andrew Benintendi reacts with first base coach Ruben Amaro Jr after hitting a single during the third inning against the Seattle Mariners at Safeco Field. Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports

Andrew Benintendi had a personal fan club in attendance for his first career start. With both parents, his two sisters, and other family and friends watching, Benintendi’s first hit sent one particular section of Safeco Field into a frenzy:

If this is how he hits with his family on hand, the Red Sox may want to make sure they come to as many games as possible.

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