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MLB·June 18, 2026 10:18 PM ET

MLB needles outfielders as sun swallows a routine fly ball

The sun wins another one in the outfield.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 191 min read
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"Fun in the sun" is a MYTH 😠 https://t.co/LVnivlqe8H

What happened: MLB's account poked fun at the idea of an easy day in the field, sharing a clip of an outfielder losing a fly ball in the sun. The post leaned into the chaos, with one reply asking what the left fielder was doing on the play.

Why it matters: Sun-aided misplays are a recurring summer hazard that can flip an out into extra bases and swing a tight inning. Day games this time of year routinely turn defenders into spectators when the glare takes over.

What to watch: Expect more daytime adventures in the outfield as the schedule fills with afternoon starts deeper into the summer.

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