Amid fire alarms and with ‘boneheaded’ base running, Giants turn wacky triple play
The New York Times • • general
Key Points:
- San Francisco Giants third baseman Matt Chapman was part of a highly unusual triple play during a spring training game, marking a rare defensive feat despite the inning's chaos.
- The triple play occurred amid a smoke alarm evacuation caused by a fan smoking in a restroom, distracting players and fans alike during the inning.
- The play involved multiple base-running errors by Chicago Cubs players, including Matt Shaw leaving third base prematurely, allowing Chapman to tag him for the final out.
- Giants manager Tony Vitello praised the smart, experienced infielders involved in the play, highlighting their ability to handle an unprecedented situation effectively.
- The bizarre inning, featuring three outs without a pitcher retiring a batter, was described as a "glitch in the Matrix
