Philadelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto started off the 2025 postseason by proving age is just a number.
In the bottom of the 2nd inning with two runners on, the Phillies' catcher ripped a ball into the outfield that dribbled into the warning track. It brought home both runners, put Realmuto at third base, and gave Philadelphia an early lead.
The cherry on top? The triple made MLB postseason history.
Per Sarah Langs, Realmuto, 34, is the 3rd-oldest catcher with a triple in playoff history. Gabby Hartnett is the oldest ever with a triple when he was 37 back in 1938.
Realmuto, who had 129 hits in 134 games this season, is a key veteran on this Phillies roster. He's been through different iterations of this team since joining Philadelphia in 2019.
at 34 years and 200 days, J.T. Realmuto is the 3rd-oldest catcher with a triple in postseason history, younger than only:
— Sarah Langs (@SlangsOnSports) October 4, 2025
1938 WS G1 Gabby Hartnett: 37y 289 d
1916 WS G1 Jack Meyers: 36y 70d https://t.co/sSE9oLW7tn
By getting the offense jumpstarted with an RBI triple off Shohei Ohtani, Realmuto set the tone for what will be a challenging series for the Phillies.
It's a great sign for the team and a nice personal achievement for the veteran catcher to begin a new postseason.
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