The 2025 baseball season has seen some incredible defensive plays, and outfielders have been at the forefront of these heroic catches. Among them are Denzel Clarke, Daulton Varsho, Tyrone Taylor, Michael Harris II, Dane Myers, Victor Scott II, Jackson Chourio, Wilyer Abreu/Ceddanne Rafaela, Pete Crow-Armstrong, Ceddanne Rafaela, and Derek Hill.
These players have demonstrated exceptional range, speed, and instinct in their respective catches, making them strong contenders for the catch of the year award. Denzel Clarke’s two legendary catches, including one on Monday that has been described as “cinematic brilliance,” have drawn praise from coaches and teammates alike.
Varsho’s impossible play, while not without its critics, was a standout moment, and Taylor’s diving catch in deep left-center is already being hailed as “a thing of beauty.” Harris II’s spectacular play evokes memories of the famous Jim Edmonds catch, while Myers’ highlight-reel grab after crashing into the wall has been widely praised.
Victor Scott II’s breathtaking one-handed catch, Jackson Chourio’s game-tying out in deep left-center, and Wilyer Abreu/Ceddanne Rafaela’s tag-team play to rob a home run are also notable mentions. Crow-Armstrong’s 10% catch probability make-up catch is already being considered for a Gold Glove award, and Ceddanne Rafaela’s Fenway Park-inspired play has left fans in awe.
As the season progresses, it will be exciting to see how these players stack up against each other, but one thing is certain: they are redefining what it means to be an elite outfielder.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/45485454/mlb-best-outfield-catches-2025-season-rankings