Kyle Schwarber's Cincinnati homecoming deemed 'a slap in the face' to Phillies originally appeared on The Sporting News It's difficult for Philadelphia sports fans to find fault with Kyle Schwarber, during an MVP-caliber season. However, Philly sports radio is always good for a contrarian take.

Before the Phillies faced the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday evening, Kyle Schwarber was behind the plate to catch two ceremonial first pitches. It’s not every day that the home team involves an opposing player in its pregame festivities.

Kyle Schwarber belted his 42nd home run of the season to highlight a four-run, two-out rally in the eighth as the visiting Philadelphia Phillies beat the Cincinnati Reds 4-1 Monday night.