Yankees' Spencer Jones denied hit after catwalk drama in ALDS
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 1:44 AM
Last updated Oct 6, 2026
In the ALDS matchup against the Tampa Bay Rays on October 5, Spencer Jones of the New York Yankees hit a high drive that struck the catwalk at Tropicana Field in the second inning. The ball was subsequently caught by Rays right fielder Victor Mesa Jr. Despite Yankees' appeals for a hit, the umpires ruled it an out. This incident echoes a recent controversy involving the Milwaukee Brewers and San Diego Padres. The Yankees are set to host Game 3 of the series on October 7.
- •Spencer Jones hit a drive that struck the Tropicana Field catwalk.
- •The Rays lead the ALDS series 1-0 against the Yankees.
- •Umpires ruled Jones' hit an out after a catch by Victor Mesa Jr.
- •Similar incidents occurred in the Brewers vs. Padres matchup.
- •Yankees will host Game 3 of the series on October 7.
- 1:44 AMYahoo Sports — Yankees’ Spencer Jones denied hit after ALDS catwalk drama
"MLB teams might need to reconsider playing indoor games after the 2026 postseason drama.
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