News

Watch: Cubs’ Addison Russell Dives Into Stands For Catch, Knocks Nachos Out Of Fan’s Hands

Addison Russell stole the spotlight at Busch Stadium on Monday night, and got caught with some nachos and cheese.

Addison Russell diving catch

The Chicago Cubs shortstop dove into the stands near third base to make a catch during the second inning of his team’s 10-2 victory against the St. Louis Cardinals, and in the process sent a fan’s nachos flying out onto the field.


Two pitches later, Jedd Gyorko finished his at-bat with a homer. The fan who lost his snack was given a new tray of nachos from the stadium’s staff, and he even took a photo with Russell:

Subscribe to our free weekly newsletter!

A week of sports news in your in-box.
We find the sports news you need to know, so you don't have to.


“He had a great night at the ballgame tonight,” Russell told MLB.com’s Carrie Muskat of the fan after the game. “I saw him catch a few foul balls, too. It’s a great night for him.”

As for the play itself:

“Initially off the bat, I was thinking I could make the play. I really didn’t get a sense of where the fence was. It looked like [Ben Zobrist] wasn’t anywhere close. I didn’t see the fence and collided with it and got all nacho’ed up.”

The Cubs (88-68) are first in the National League Central, six games ahead of the second-place Milwaukee Brewers and seven games ahead of the third-place Cardinals.

The Cardinals and Cubs face off again on Tuesday at 8:15 pm EST, the second game of a four-game series.

If the Cubs win one more game — or the Brewers lose another — Chicago reaches the playoffs.

ST. LOUIS, MO – SEPTEMBER 25: Addison Russell #27 of the Chicago Cubs attempts to catch a foul ball against the St. Louis Cardinals in the second inning at Busch Stadium on September 25, 2017 in St. Louis, Missouri. (Photo by Dilip Vishwanat/Getty Images)

Like
Like Love Haha Wow Sad Angry
Pablo Mena

Writer and assistant editor for usports.org. NY Giants and Rangers fan. Film and TV enthusiast (especially Harry Potter and The Office) and lover of foreign languages and cultures.

Recent Posts

Carson Towt Goes From Notre Dame Basketball To Pro Football With Colts

Just days after playing his last game at Notre Dame, Carson Towt has signed with…

18 hours ago

After Texans Trade For Lions RB David Montgomery, What Will Bring To The Team?

The NFL off-season is in full swing, with the Houston Texans adding to their running…

18 hours ago

Iowa OT Gennings Dunker Wins Praise For Flowing Red Mullet, Hopes To Hear His Name At NFL Draft

Gennings Dunker caught the eyes of many at the NFL combine with his flowing red…

18 hours ago

With Jurickson Profar Out For ’26 Season With 2nd PED Suspension, How Will The Braves Adjust?

Jurickson Profar of the Atlanta Braves has been suspended for testing positive for a performance-enhancing…

18 hours ago

Marquise “Hollywood” Brown Signs One-Year Deal With Eagles

The Philadelphia Eagles are bringing in former Kansas City Chiefs wideout Marquise "Hollywood" Brown on…

18 hours ago

Broncos Strike Deal For Dolphins WR Jaylen Waddle – Will The Big Swing Work?

The Miami Dolphins, who just signed quarterback Malik Willis, are sending their top wideout, Jaylen…

2 days ago