All articles tagged with #catch of the year
Kenneth Gainwell of the Pittsburgh Steelers made a remarkable catch from Aaron Rodgers' pass, despite being on the ground and interfered with, securing a touchdown that tied the game just before halftime, in one of the craziest plays of the NFL season.
Baltimore Orioles' center fielder Cedric Mullins made an incredible diving catch in the game against the Minnesota Twins, earning early consideration for "Catch of the Year." His acrobatic play in the first inning saved a run and showcased his exceptional defensive skills. Mullins also contributed offensively with a two-run home run, helping the Orioles secure a 7-4 win. With a strong start to the 2024 season, Mullins and his teammates are aiming for success reminiscent of their 2021 division title.
Arizona Diamondbacks center fielder Alek Thomas made an incredible catch in the top of the ninth inning, fully extending and barrel rolling through the warning track to secure the ball. The catch proved to be crucial as the D-backs held on for a 6-3 victory, with Thomas' effort potentially preventing runs from scoring.
Marlins right fielder Jesús Sánchez made the catch of his life during Wednesday night’s 4-1 victory over the Mariners at T-Mobile Park, robbing Eugenio Suárez of a game-tying grand slam in the ninth inning. According to Statcast, it would’ve been a homer in 11 of 30 Major League ballparks. Sánchez knew the importance of the moment while playing no-doubles defense. Miami had dropped the first two games of the series, being outscored 17-4.
Aaron Judge and the New York Yankees tied their series against the Los Angeles Dodgers with a 6-3 win, thanks to strong showings from Jake Bauers and Judge. Judge made a potential catch of the year in the bottom of the eighth inning, robbing a would-be double from J.D Martinez and preventing a momentum swing from the Dodgers. The Yankees' Gerrit Cole pitched a stellar game, allowing only one run on 80 pitches. The Yankees and Dodgers finish their three-game series Sunday afternoon.
Wander Franco, the 22-year-old shortstop for the Tampa Bay Rays, made a sensational barehanded catch during their game against the Houston Astros. Franco dashed 96 feet to catch a fly ball in foul territory down the left-field line, stretching both arms toward the foul line and catching the ball in his bare right hand. Franco finished the game with a career-high-tying four hits, including two doubles, while scoring two runs and driving one in.
Hunter Renfroe of the Los Angeles Angels made a stunning no-look catch during the opening day game against the Oakland A's, which is already being considered as a contender for the catch of the year. Despite Renfroe's impressive catch and Shohei Ohtani's six scoreless innings, the Angels lost the game 2-1.
Hunter Renfroe made an incredible no-look catch during his Angels debut, catching a deep line drive hit by A's third baseman Jace Peterson. Even Angels starter Shohei Ohtani was amazed by the catch.