Someone give that Bat Boy a raise!
It might sound unbelievable, but the most spectacular catch of the 2024 MLB season didn’t come from a player on the field; it came from the batboy of the Los Angeles Dodgers.
The incident occurred during a game where the Dodgers secured a 4-0 victory over the Chicago White Sox. In the midst of the action, Kike Hernández hit a foul ball that veered dangerously toward the Dodgers’ dugout.
Positioned right in the trajectory of the incoming foul ball was none other than Dodgers’ superstar, Shohei Ohtani.
Standing in what was quickly becoming the hot zone, Ohtani found himself in a precarious situation. However, in a moment of quick thinking and swift action, the Dodgers’ batboy stepped up to the plate—quite literally—and nonchalantly caught the ball, averting potential disaster.
This incredible catch was fortunately captured on camera, providing those not present at the game the chance to witness this heroic act.
The footage quickly circulated, earning the Dodgers’ batboy widespread acclaim and the label of a true hero for his reflexive save, protecting Ohtani from a potentially harmful impact.
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The MLB community and fans alike have been abuzz with praise for the batboy’s remarkable catch.
Amidst the flood of commendations, some fans have humorously suggested that Ohtani should reward the young hero handsomely, with one commenter jesting that Ohtani ought to deposit $500,000 into the batboy’s bank account by noon.
Others have emphatically stated that such bravery and quick reflexes surely warrant a raise for the diligent batboy.
Social media has been alight with comments celebrating the moment. “This is the coolest clip you could have of yourself of all time,” remarked one impressed viewer, encapsulating the sentiment of many who saw the video.
As the Dodgers gear up for their next game against the Giants on Friday, fans will be hoping for a less eventful day for the batboy—though his newfound fame might just make him a focal point of the broadcast, with or without dramatic catches.
