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Julio Rodriguez gifts Mariners fan after home run catch mishap

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 7:51 AM

Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Julio Rodriguez gifts Mariners fan after home run catch mishap

Summary

Julio Rodriguez of the Seattle Mariners sent a signed baseball to a fan, Nikki Jones, who was struck in the face by one of his home runs during a game against the Cincinnati Reds. The incident occurred on July 23 at T Mobile Park, where the Mariners won convincingly. While Jones missed catching the ball and suffered an injury, Rodriguez reached out to her via social media to offer his apologies. The Mariners organization also provided Jones with a gift following her misfortune, while another fan ended up with the home run ball. Jones appreciated Rodriguez’s gesture and expressed there was no need for an apology.

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By the Numbers

•Nikki Jones was injured by a Julio Rodriguez home run on July 23.
•Rodriguez sent Jones a signed baseball with a personal message.
•Mariners secured a win over the Cincinnati Reds.
•Another fan caught the home run ball during the game.
•Rodriguez and player Andres Munoz reached out to Jones on Instagram.

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7:51 AMYahoo Sports — Seattle Mariners star Julio Rodriguez sends fan heartfelt gift after painful home run catch fail

What they're saying

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One Seattle Mariners fan has received the perfect gift after being hit in the face by a Julio Rodriguez home run. It has been a rocky period for the Mariners, with Dan Wilson’s team only just maintaining a record over.
— Yahoo Sports

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