Angels Outfielder Jo Adell Robs Three Home Runs in Stunning Defensive Display

Adell's incredible catches help Angels defeat Mariners 1-0

Apr. 5, 2026 at 3:55pm

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Los Angeles Angels right fielder Jo Adell put on a defensive masterclass, robbing three home runs in the team's 1-0 victory over the Seattle Mariners. Adell's acrobatic catches, including one where he fell into the stands, were praised as the 'greatest defensive game' former MLB star Torii Hunter had ever seen.

Why it matters

Adell's defensive heroics helped the Angels secure a crucial early-season win over a division rival. His ability to consistently rob home runs has made him one of the premier defensive outfielders in the league, and this game showcased his elite skills to a national audience.

The details

Adell made three incredible home run-robbing catches in the game. He took away solo shots from Cal Raleigh in the first inning, Josh Naylor in the eighth, and J.P. Crawford in the ninth. On the final catch, Adell raced to the wall, leaped, and fell into the stands while holding onto the ball.

  • In the first inning, Adell robbed a home run from Cal Raleigh.
  • In the eighth inning, Adell robbed a home run from Josh Naylor.
  • In the top of the ninth inning, Adell robbed a home run from J.P. Crawford.

The players

Jo Adell

A 25-year-old right fielder for the Los Angeles Angels who is known for his elite defensive skills, including the ability to consistently rob home runs.

Torii Hunter

A former MLB outfielder who now works in the Angels' front office. He called Adell's defensive performance the 'greatest defensive game' he had ever seen.

Zach Neto

The Angels' rookie shortstop who hit the team's lone run of the game with a solo home run in the bottom of the first inning.

Cal Raleigh

The Seattle Mariners' catcher who had his home run robbed by Adell in the first inning.

Josh Naylor

The Seattle Mariners' outfielder who had his home run robbed by Adell in the eighth inning.

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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, Angels Front Office

“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

“It was like a movie scene. It was like the music was playing, then he caught the ball, then he went down and we didn't see him anymore. The music paused, he came up and said, 'Yeah!' I started cheering and almost blacked out.”

— Torii Hunter, Angels Front Office

What’s next

Adell's defensive heroics will likely earn him consideration for a Gold Glove award at the end of the season. The Angels will look to build on this win as they continue their divisional rivalry with the Mariners.

The takeaway

Jo Adell's incredible defensive performance, highlighted by three home run robberies, showcased his elite skills as one of the best defensive outfielders in baseball. His ability to make game-changing plays on the field has become a key part of the Angels' success.