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Fan Interference Halts Mike Trout Catch as Umpires Rule Foul Ball

A Houston Astros fan reached into Trout's glove during a live play, prompting security intervention and renewed scrutiny of game protocols.

The ball was ruled foul as the catch occurred outside of the field of play.
The fan and his son were moved to a different part of the stadium following the catch.
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Overview

  • During a Los Angeles Angels game, Mike Trout's catch attempt on a fly ball by Yainer Diaz was disrupted by a fan wearing a Houston Astros jersey.
  • The fan reached into Trout's glove and grabbed the ball, leading Trout to signal to the umpires for interference.
  • Umpire Alan Porter ruled the play a foul ball, a decision that was not reviewed despite objections from Angels manager Ron Washington.
  • Security escorted the fan out of the section following the incident, which has drawn comparisons to a similar event involving Mookie Betts during last year’s World Series.
  • The incident has reignited discussions about fan behavior, stadium security, and the enforcement of interference rules in Major League Baseball.