Tyler Stephenson's 3 Hits Shine for Reds on Wednesday Against Royals

Three hits in a game further highlight Stephenson's uptick at the plate, as he has been hitting .387 over his last five outings. This recent surge has bumped his season average to .214, a rise that speaks to his timely adjustments in the batter's box.

His performance is even more impressive on the road, where he maintains a .258 average, as compared to .150 at home. The pattern of success in away games points to a crucial trend that could play into future matchups.