Padres News; Manny Machado Breaks Down Viral 8th Inning Catch on Saturday

Manny can do it all on the diamond

The San Diego Padres picked up their 31st win of the season on Saturday as they took down division rival Colorado Rockies. Padres came out victorious, 3-2, doing just enough on offense and plenty on defense. 

Padres superstar Manny Machado did his thing on offense as he went 3-for-5 with two singles and one double; however, it was his defense that shined on Saturday. Manny possibly made the catch of the year late in the game and said he's just glad that he caught it and didn't allow a run to cross. 

“Caught it,” Machado said with a smirk. “I have no idea what the hell happened, honestly. It hit me somewhere, I don’t know where. My nose was hurting. My lip was hurting. I’m glad the run didn’t score.”

(via AJ Cassavell)

One bobble, two bobbles... no problem.

Vote Manny ⭐️ https://t.co/gyd80CEbUT pic.twitter.com/tAyi5fINla

— San Diego Padres (@Padres) June 10, 2023

The 30-year-old star might be known more for his glove than his bat. Manny has a plethora of web gems in his career, and he added to that in a big way this past weekend. 

Padre fans are familiar with his defensive game, but he still ceases to amaze us in the hot corner. 

Manny Machado doesn't need a glove. pic.twitter.com/wHJujomZwU

— MLB (@MLB) March 16, 2021

This Manny Machado guy.... he can play some defense! ⭐️#FriarFaithful | @Padres pic.twitter.com/Z6Q7chTiso

— Bally Sports San Diego (@BallySportsSD) March 31, 2019

It’s unreal how good Manny Machado is at defense. pic.twitter.com/is7G8Kzsw3

— Barstool Baseball (@StoolBaseball) April 20, 2022

Manny Machado's defense is unbelievable
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— Kendell Hollowell (@KHollowell_) July 3, 2022

He's otherworldly at that spot and possibly the best third base defender in the game today.