Boston Red Sox catcher Danny Jansen is set to make baseball history by becoming the first major league player to appear in the same game for both teams. Jansen was initially in the lineup for the Toronto Blue Jays when they faced the Red Sox on June 26. However, the game was suspended due to rain and is scheduled to resume with Jansen now playing for Boston.
Jansen expressed his surprise and excitement at this unique opportunity, acknowledging the significance of being a part of baseball history. Despite being a right-handed catcher and a career backup, Jansen has made a notable impact since joining the Red Sox, batting .231 with two home runs and five RBIs in 14 games.
An authenticator will be present at the game to secure an artifact for the museum, commemorating this historic event. Jansen was at the plate when the game was suspended, and he is expected to resume his at-bat as the Blue Jays send a pinch hitter to complete the play.
Both teams have made adjustments to their lineups since the original game in June, with players being traded or sent to the minor leagues. However, Red Sox manager Alex Cora has confirmed that Jansen will be catching in the first game of the doubleheader, solidifying his place in baseball history.
This unusual turn of events has generated interest and anticipation among fans and players alike. Toronto manager John Schneider acknowledged the peculiar circumstances surrounding Jansen's involvement in this historic game, emphasizing the need for careful lineup planning to accommodate the changes.
As the game approaches, all eyes will be on Jansen as he steps onto the field to make history as the first player to represent both teams in a single game. The baseball world eagerly awaits this unprecedented moment that will surely be remembered for years to come.
