Angels' Jo Adell robs 3 home runs in dramatic win

Outfielder's spectacular defensive performance stuns even 9-time Gold Glove winner Torii Hunter

Apr. 5, 2026 at 3:37pm

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Los Angeles Angels outfielder Jo Adell made a historic defensive performance, robbing three home runs in a 1-0 win over the Seattle Mariners on Saturday night. Adell's acrobatic catches, including a dramatic leaping grab while crashing into the stands, left even veteran Gold Glove winner Torii Hunter in awe, calling it 'probably the greatest defensive game I've ever seen.'

Why it matters

Adell's defensive heroics showcase his remarkable transformation from a struggling outfielder to an elite defensive player, earning praise from one of the best defensive players of his era. The Angels' victory also keeps them in contention in the competitive AL West division race.

The details

Adell robbed home runs in the 1st, 8th, and 9th innings, making spectacular leaping catches at the wall to deny the Mariners' hitters. His final catch, where he flipped over the low wall and fell into the stands while holding onto the ball, was particularly jaw-dropping. According to analytics, Adell now has 10 home run robberies since 2020, tied for the most in MLB.

  • Adell made his first home run robbery catch in the 1st inning.
  • Adell made his second home run robbery catch in the 8th inning.
  • Adell made his third and most dramatic home run robbery catch in the 9th inning.

The players

Jo Adell

A Los Angeles Angels outfielder who has transformed into an elite defensive player, robbing three home runs in a single game.

Torii Hunter

A 9-time Gold Glove Award winner and special assistant to the general manager for the Angels, who was stunned by Adell's defensive performance and called it 'probably the greatest defensive game I've ever seen.'

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What they’re saying

“I've never seen three home run robberies in one game, and I've never seen a guy on the third one fall into the stands, catch the ball and keep his feet in like he's a wide receiver. I was jumping up and down. I almost passed out.”

— Torii Hunter, Special assistant to the general manager, Los Angeles Angels

“After the first one, I was pretty fired up. When I got to the second one, which looked identical to the first, I thought, 'Wow, my routes are on point tonight.' The third one was just grit. Top of the ninth, you have to get it done. It was crazy.”

— Jo Adell

What’s next

Adell's defensive heroics will likely earn him strong consideration for a Gold Glove Award at the end of the season.

The takeaway

Jo Adell's remarkable defensive performance, robbing three home runs in a single game, showcases his transformation into an elite outfielder and highlights the impact veteran mentors like Torii Hunter can have on developing young players.