Watch: Jon Lester successfully picks off a runner at first base, which he never does

St Louis Cardinals v Chicago Cubs

It’s a well-known fact that Chicago Cubs pitcher Jon Lester struggles with throwing over to first base, so it’s not uncommon to see baserunners take a big lead when the veteran left-hander is on the mound.

But in the case of St. Louis Cardinals left-fielder Tommy Pham, his lead was just a little too big for Lester’s liking.

Lester successfully picking off a runner at first base? Okay, now we’ve seen everything.

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