What did Baltimore Orioles catcher Alex Jackson do in the game against the Colorado Rockies?

Alex Jackson hit a 401-foot home run with a "Happy Gilmore" swing, channeling the classic golf comedy.

How did the Baltimore Orioles perform in their game against the Colorado Rockies?

The Orioles scored 18 runs in the game, making them the only team in the modern MLB era to have every player who batted record a hit and a run.

What movie was the Orioles' performance a nod to?

The timing of Alex Jackson's "Happy Gilmore" swing was uncanny, as it coincided with the release of the sequel to the classic Adam Sandler golf comedy "Happy Gilmore."

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Orioles Catcher Channels Happy Gilmore in Epic Blowout Win

27 Jul

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Summary

Baltimore Orioles catcher Alex Jackson hit a 401-foot home run with a "Happy Gilmore" swing
The Orioles scored 18 runs, with every player recording a hit and run
The Orioles' offensive explosion was the only one of its kind in the modern MLB era

Orioles Catcher Channels Happy Gilmore in Epic Blowout Win

This past Saturday, the Baltimore Orioles put on an offensive display for the ages, routing the Colorado Rockies 18-0. The highlight of the game came when Orioles catcher Alex Jackson stepped up to the plate in the bottom of the eighth inning.

Jackson, channeling the spirit of Adam Sandler's classic golf comedy "Happy Gilmore," unleashed a powerful swing that sent the ball soaring 401 feet to center field for the Orioles' 18th and final run of the night. The timing of Jackson's "Happy Gilmore" moment was uncanny, as the sequel to the beloved film had just been released.

The Orioles' offensive explosion was historic, as they became the only team in the modern MLB era to have every player who stepped up to the plate record a hit and a run. In total, the team had 18 hits, including three home runs.

The lopsided victory was a testament to the Orioles' offensive prowess and their ability to capitalize on the Rockies' decision to put a position player on the mound in the eighth inning. With the game well in hand, the Orioles continued to pour it on, providing fans with a memorable and entertaining performance.

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