The Cincinnati Reds required a victory on Tuesday, and center fielder TJ Friedl was determined to deliver. With two outs in the ninth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers, Friedl made a stunning catch to save the game, preserving a 4-2 win. This remarkable effort thwarted what could have been a game-tying two-run home run by Jake Bauers.

Game-Saving Catch

Friedl’s catch is noteworthy—according to Statcast, the ball would have cleared the fence in only six ballparks, and Great American Ball Park isn’t one of them. It might have only been an extra-base hit off the top of the wall, rather than a home run. Nevertheless, Friedl’s catch is undoubtedly deserving of highlight status.

Originally signed as an undrafted free agent from Nevada, Friedl has developed into a vital asset for the Reds. He recorded one hit in four at-bats during Tuesday’s game, currently holding a batting average of .304 with four home runs this season. He previously garnered MVP votes during a season where he had a 3.6 WAR.

Following this win, the Reds are now 30-32 this season, trailing by nine games in the NL Central and only 4.5 games from a wild-card position, with plenty of season left. If they achieve a postseason berth by a narrow margin, Friedl’s catch will surely be remembered.