Historic MLB Moment: Danny Jansen Plays for Both Teams in Same Inning

June 26, 2024 Danny Jansen starts a game for the Toronto Blue Jays.

Rain Delay The game is paused due to rain. Jansen's at-bat is incomplete.

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July 27, 2024 Jansen is traded to the Boston Red Sox.

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August 26, 2024 The rain-delayed game resumes with Jansen now playing for Boston.

Historic Moment Jansen becomes the first player in MLB history to appear for both teams in the same inning!

Game Action Jansen completes his at-bat for Toronto and then plays for Boston, hitting a single and a flyout.

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Family Time Jansen’s family watches him make history, with his picture on the scoreboard.

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Record-Breaking Jansen keeps one jersey for himself and sends another to the Baseball Hall of Fame.

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Legacy Jansen’s unique achievement is officially recognized as a milestone in MLB history!

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