Rookie Pitcher’s Historic Strikeout Celebration | Huntsville News

Huntsville News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 6, 2026 · 1m

Rookie Mets pitcher Jefry Yan made his Major League debut unforgettable with a dazzling strikeout of Angel Martinez — and a wild celebration that had fans buzzing. Leaping, kneeling, and slapping dirt, Yan embraced the moment after nailing his first MLB strikeout with a perfectly thrown slider. His exuberant style? Not new — he’s been doing it since his minor league days. Making his pro debut in 2014, Yan’s journey to the big leagues was long but steady. Even as the Cleveland crowd booed him off the mound, he stayed cool, proud of his zone and his vibe. He finished the inning with two…