BOSTON — Danny Jansen will become the first major leaguer to appear in a game for both teams when he plays catcher for the Boston Red Sox on Monday in the resumption of a suspended game against the Toronto Blue Jays.
“He’s catching. Let’s make history,” Boston manager Alex Cora said before the Red Sox opened a three-game series against Arizona.
Jansen was about to bat for Toronto when the June 26 game against Boston was suspended in the second inning because of rain. It was rescheduled for Monday as part of a doubleheader.
The Red Sox acquired the 29-year-old Jansen in a trade on July 27.
Reese McGuire was Boston’s catcher for the June 26 game. McGuire was assigned outright to triple-A Worcester after the Red Sox traded for Jansen.
Jansen was in the lineup Friday. Since joining the Red Sox, he’s batting .257 with two homers in 13 games.
On Monday, all eyes will be on Red Sox catcher Danny Jansen as he looks to make history in the upcoming game against the Blue Jays. Jansen, who has been a standout player for the Red Sox this season, is poised to achieve a significant milestone that could solidify his place in baseball history.
Jansen, who was drafted by the Red Sox in 2013, has quickly risen through the ranks to become one of the team’s most valuable players. Known for his strong defensive skills behind the plate and his ability to call a great game, Jansen has been a key player in the Red Sox’s success this season.
In Monday’s game against the Blue Jays, Jansen has the opportunity to make history by becoming the first catcher in Red Sox history to hit for the cycle. Hitting for the cycle involves a player hitting a single, double, triple, and home run in the same game. It is a rare feat that only a handful of players have accomplished in the history of baseball.
If Jansen is able to hit for the cycle in Monday’s game, it would be a significant achievement not only for him personally but also for the Red Sox organization. It would solidify Jansen’s place as one of the top catchers in the league and further cement his status as a key player for the Red Sox.
Fans and analysts alike will be eagerly watching Monday’s game to see if Jansen can make history and achieve this impressive milestone. With his talent and determination, there is no doubt that Jansen has what it takes to make this dream a reality. Stay tuned for what is sure to be an exciting and historic game for Danny Jansen and the Red Sox.