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August 17, 2025
Giants' Jung Hoo Lee Redefines 'Circus Catch' With Bonkers Between-the-Knees Grab
Karl Rasmussen
Sports Illustrated
Giants' Jung Hoo Lee Redefines 'Circus Catch' With Bonkers Between-the-Knees Grab

Jung Hoo Lee delivered one of the wildest defensive moments of 2025, sprinting into center and surviving a chaotic sequence off Yandy Díaz’s drive at Oracle Park. The ball clanked off his glove heel and leg, then he pinched it between his knees for an elusive out near Triple Alley, sending the crowd into a frenzy.

NBC Sports Bay Area’s Mike Krukow summed it as the catch of the decade, a headline-grabber that instantly energized the Giants and cooled the Rays. Fantasy managers should note that while the play was a jaw-dropper, it doesn’t translate to instant fantasy points; value will hinge on Lee’s plate appearances, speed, and job security rather than a single highlight.

Lee’s moment underscores the Giants’ defensive ceiling and could seed a longer ramp for his role if he sustains the momentum. For NL formats, it’s a reminder that standout defense can support a sleeper with regular at-bats and upside, even when the box score doesn’t shout it out on day one.

What immediate fantasy takeaway does Jung Hoo Lee’s catch provide after the weekend highlight?Does this moment alter how we should view the Rays’ offense against elite center-field defenses?Could Lee’s play influence Giants’ defensive alignment moving forward in fantasy-relevant ways?What should fantasy managers watch next to gauge Lee’s continued value after this highlight?
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