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Video: Danny Jansen 1st in MLB History to Play for 2 Teams in Same Game After Trade

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Danny Jansen has made MLB history, and in an incredibly unique manner.

The Boston Red Sox catcher became the first player in league history to play for two different teams... in the same game:

But how?

Jansen was a member of the Toronto Blue Jays back on June 26th, and at the plate, when their matchup with the Red Sox was suspended due to weather in the second inning. He was then dealt to Boston ahead of the MLB trade deadline. The Blue Jays pinch-hit for him during the continuation of the game on Monday, while Jansen was behind the plate at catcher.