VIDEO: Springer robs Martin of walk-off grand slam in extras; Astros beat Rangers in 14
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One week into the season and we already have a legitimate contender for catch of the year.
Houston Astros outfielder George Springer pulled off the unthinkable Sunday afternoon, leaping above the wall in right to rob Texas Rangers outfielder Leonys Martin of a grand slam with this ridiculous game-saving catch in the 10th inning of a 4-4 affair:
If there were any doubt Martin cleared the fence, check out where Springer's glove ends up after catching the ball:

(Courtesy: MLB.com)
Springer's efforts would not go in vain as Houston catcher Hank Conger's 14th-inning two-run homer lifted the Astros over the Rangers, 6-4, for the series-clinching win.
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