Dodgers' Max Muncy Stunned as Ex-NFL QB Rodney Peete Snags Foul Ball in Tokyo

You never know what kind of spectacle a ballgame might throw your way, and Wednesday’s Dodgers-Cubs clash in Tokyo was no exception.

During the Los Angeles Dodgers’ 6-3 win over the Chicago Cubs in the Tokyo Dome, ex-NFL quarterback Rodney Peete became an unlikely star off the field.

In the sixth inning, with the Dodgers up 6-3, Cubs outfielder Ian Happ hit a towering pop-up that drifted foul. Dodgers’ third baseman Max Muncy made an athletic attempt to grab the ball, reaching over the netting to snag it. But before he could seal the deal, Peete, stationed in the stands, swooped in with his glove and snagged the ball like a pro. Muncy, left empty-handed, inspected his glove in disbelief before shaking his head in frustration. Honestly, it was the kind of moment that makes you do a double take.

Peete didn’t just catch the ball—he added some flair. After securing it, he nonchalantly pulled his glove behind his back and gave Muncy a casual glance. Talk about cool under pressure! The former quarterback later joked about the incident on X, posting, "Muncy had no chance!" accompanied by a crying laughing emoji.

Peete, a 15-year NFL veteran and former two-sport star at USC, was in Japan as a Dodgers fan and to support his son, who works as a clubhouse attendant for the team. He explained that in the Tokyo Dome, where the netting down the foul lines isn’t very high, fans are provided gloves and helmets for safety. Clearly, Peete was well-prepared for his unexpected moment of glory.

Despite Peete’s interference granting Happ a second chance, the Cubs outfielder struck out shortly afterward. Guess not even a little divine intervention from the stands could save the Cubs that inning.

Peete’s athletic career is nothing short of impressive. He was drafted in the MLB four times but ultimately chose football, playing for six NFL teams over a 15-year career. It seems his baseball instincts haven’t dulled one bit.

The Dodgers and Cubs played a two-game series in Tokyo to kick off the 2025 MLB season. The Dodgers swept the series, starting their World Series defense on a high note.