The Bat Flip That Changed Baseball | MLB News

0:00On September 2nd, you know, baseball's got these moments that just stick with you, and sometimes it's not just the hit, but what happens after. We're talking about the bad flip that iconic gesture after a big home run. Think about Jose Valtista in the 2015 ALDS, that three run blasts that basically sealed the deal for the Blue Jays. It was more of a throw, but man, it was earned. Then you got guys like Tom Lawless back in 1987, hitting a three run homer in the World Series with only one career home run to his name. He definitely made that moment count. Fast forward to 2024-25, and Junior Common Arrow is doing his thing in the LIDOM Championship, hitting a game-winning shot and then taking his sweet time on the trot. It's the emotion, right? Reese Hoskins in 2022, tying up the NLDS against the Braves, he absolutely spiked that bat like he meant it. And, Jordan Alvarez in 2022, a walkoff against the Division rival to cap a huge comeback.

1:02He flipped that bat right into his own dugout. That's pure adrenaline, even in regular season games like Wilson Contreras in 2020, when the stadiums were empty, you got to create your own energy. He's sent that bat flying, and across the pond, in the KBO, Junghoon in 2022, even knocked off balance, still managed this perfect, almost artistic bat flip. These moments, they're more than just a celebration. They're a statement, a release of all the pressure and build-up. Whether it's a playoff clincher, or just making your own fun, that bat flip has become a legendary part of the game. That's your update from MLB News Today, powered by AI. I'm Corey with The Story.