Statcast breaks down Alcides Escobar’s incredible defensive play
Ryan Lefebvre’s call was spot-on.
No way.
Royals shortstop Alcides Escobar started a 6-3 double play in the Royals’ win over Houston on Thursday night that has to be seen to be believed. Even after watching it, you’ll say no way.
There was universal praise for Escobar on Twitter after he made that dazzling play.
This is MLB's defensive play of the year, so far. https://t.co/dtVVTOQpYB
— Buster Olney (@Buster_ESPN) April 15, 2016
Hats off to an incredible double play by Escobar. @Royals #ForeverRoyal
— Rep. Emanuel Cleaver (@repcleaver) April 15, 2016
Good lord. That was ALL Escobar. Just amazing...
— Kurtis Seaboldt (@KSeaboldt) April 15, 2016
If that Escobar catch and play at first doesn't make @SportsCenter I will cut someone #royals
— Dana Wright (@RadioDana) April 15, 2016
That double play by Escobar was SICK! #Royals
— Brad Stephens (@BradKCTV5) April 15, 2016
Cain's face on Escobar's amazing double play #Royals pic.twitter.com/4dN1VeQlyf
— Rachel Ramsey (@RachelRamsey44) April 15, 2016
Alcides Escobar discusses his defensive gem
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This story was originally published April 15, 2016 at 7:57 AM.