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Eric Bruntlett's Unassisted Triple Play Adds to List of Mets' Lowlights

The 15th unassisted triple play in major league history was turned by Phillies second baseman Eric Bruntlett on Sunday, ending Philadelphia's 9-7 victory at Citi Field. According to STATS, it was only the second unassisted triple play that ended a game; the first feat was accomplished by Johnny Neun for the Tigers way, way...

Troy Trulowitzki Finally Has His Hands on His Triple Play Ball

It took a little while -- and perhaps more than a few temptations from its interim owner -- but Troy Tulowitzki finally got the ball he used to complete an unassisted triple play on April 29th. After the play was over, Tulowitzki threw the ball to Todd Helton, and Helton tossed it into the stands near the Rockies' dugout....

Background on unassisted triple play

In baseball, an unassisted triple play occurs when a defensive player makes all three putouts by himself in one continuous play, without any teammates making any assists.

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