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Jurickson Profar Scales Fence for Potential Catch of the Year

The fence-crashing snag has fueled catch-of-the-year talk, highlighting his defensive resurgence for a Braves team outside the playoff race.

Jul 21, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Braves left fielder Jurickson Profar (7) catches a fly ball against the San Francisco Giants in the first inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images.
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Overview

  • Profar climbed over Truist Park’s left-field fence on August 9 to rob Agustin Ramirez of a home run in the fourth inning of Game 1 against the Marlins.
  • The Braves’ official X account hailed the play as “CATCH OF THE SEASON!” and fans rapidly circulated the highlight online.
  • Observers are comparing Profar’s grab to Denzel Clarke’s earlier wall-climbing catch as the leading contenders for the season’s top defensive play.
  • Since returning in mid-June from an 80-game hCG suspension, Profar has hit .234 with six home runs and 14 RBIs in 35 games while reinforcing his defensive value.
  • Profar’s defensive heroics underscore his growing role as a key asset for a Braves squad trailing in the NL East and out of playoff contention.