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WATCH: Leonys Martin gives Tribe 4-2 lead, win over Tigers with straight steal of home

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Cleveland Indians' Leonys Martin smiles after a baseball game against the Detroit Tigers in Detroit, Saturday, June 15, 2019.(AP Photo/Paul Sancya)

By: Camryn Justice

Posted at 9:10 PM, Jun 15, 2019

and last updated 2019-06-15 21:10:31-04

DETROIT — Cleveland Indians center fielder Leonys Martin made an impressive straight steal of home during Saturday’s game against the Detroit Tigers.

During the eighth inning, Martin doubled on a line drive to right field. Francisco Lindor flied out during his at bat, but sent Martin to third base.

After a ground out from Oscar Mercado, Martin made his move.

Martin stole home while Tigers pitcher Victor Alcántara was distracted and looking down at the mound.

Here they come.

Was it worth it, @leonys27martin? 🚔#RallyTogether pic.twitter.com/s4cmALifk1
— Cleveland Indians (@Indians) June 16, 2019

The successful steal gave the Indians a 4-2 lead over the Tigers, which they carried to the end of the game.

The Tribe takes on the Tigers tomorrow in Detroit at 1:10 p.m. to wrap up the three-game series.