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Who's on first? Kyle Schwarber's foot wasn't on key play in Game 4
Kyle Schwarber's foot was nowhere near first base on a key play that went against the Astros. Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Who's on first? Kyle Schwarber's foot wasn't on key play in Game 4

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports  |  By Larry Brown  |  Last updated 10/19/21

The Houston Astros missed an opportunity to challenge a play during Game 4 of the ALCS at Fenway Park in Boston on Tuesday night.

The Astros were down 2-1 against the Red Sox in the top of the fifth. Jose Altuve was batting with the bases empty and two outs. He swung at a 2-2 pitch and grounded the ball down the third base line. Rafael Devers made a nice play to field the ball, but his throw pulled Kyle Schwarber off the bag as the first baseman extended for the throw.

FS1 replays showed Schwarber’s foot was off the bag before he made the catch. Even though the umpires called Altuve out, a challenge likely would have overturned the call.

Houston missed an opportunity to get a baserunner during a tight game. That’s something the Astros probably wish they could have back.

For Boston, this is probably one of the consequences of trying to make Schwarber play first. He’s typically been an outfielder/DH during his career.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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