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Petey Halpin’s 385-Foot Homer Gives Guardians 3-2 Lead

By Drooid · Oct 16, 2026, 2:26 AM UTC · How we work

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Petey Halpin Homer

Petey Halpin hit a two-run, 385-foot homer on Oct. 15, 2026, giving Cleveland a 3-2 lead.
The blast traveled 105 mph and was Halpin’s first postseason home run.
Petey Halpin celebrated with a high bat flip that quickly went viral.
Manager Stephen Vogt said it was the biggest moment of Halpin’s career.
Teammate Steven Kwan described the flip as “ignorant, but in a good way.”

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History

Historical Context

José Bautista’s three-run homer and bat flip in Game 5 of the 2015 ALDS gave the Toronto Blue Jays a decisive win over the Texas Rangers and sparked a viral meme that intensified the rivalry. The moment helped normalize celebratory flips in postseason play. On October 15, 2026, Cleveland Guardians rookie Petey Halpin echoed it with a two-run blast, earning manager Stephen Vogt’s praise.

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Petey Halpin Homer

Petey Halpin hit a two-run, 385-foot homer on Oct. 15, 2026, giving Cleveland a 3-2 lead.
The blast traveled 105 mph and was Halpin’s first postseason home run.
Petey Halpin celebrated with a high bat flip that quickly went viral.
Manager Stephen Vogt said it was the biggest moment of Halpin’s career.
Teammate Steven Kwan described the flip as “ignorant, but in a good way.”

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