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The Los Angeles Angels have fired scout Justin Prinstein, known as 'The Baseball Spy,' after he was caught filming the Rockies' coaching staff at Coors Field in June, prompting an apology to the Rockies and a broader league crackdown on illicit video use.
A Los Angeles Angels scout was fired after being caught on camera recording Colorado Rockies coaches during a game at Coors Field. The incident, reported by the Rockies and flagged by MLB, led to the immediate termination of the scout, identified as Justin Prinstein.
The Los Angeles Angels terminated the contract of scout Justin "Boomer" Prinstein, known as "The Baseball Spy," after he was caught filming the Colorado Rockies' coaching staff. The incident, which occurred in May 2026 at Coors Field, adds to the franchise's woes as they navigate a new era under GM John Mozeliak.
The Angels terminated advance scout Justin Prinstein following the emergence of video that showed him recording the Colorado Rockies' coaching staff during a game.
Angels dismiss scout Justin Prinstein after he was caught filming Rockies coaches, a move that sparked a brief controversy but left the series outcome unchanged.
Los Angeles Angels terminated scout Justin Prinstein after he recorded the Colorado Rockies' coaching staff without authorization. The swift apology appears to have averted league sanctions, and the organization hopes to move past the incident.
The Los Angeles Angels' recent spying controversy, the Mariners' dominant sweep, and the lingering impact on a once‑star‑laden roster reveal a season of upheaval.
The Los Angeles Angels have removed pro scout Justin Prinstein after he was caught recording the Colorado Rockies’ coaching staff, a breach of MLB rules that contributed to recent losses. The move is part of a broader reshaping led by interim GM John Mozeliak, who hopes to change the team’s culture and reverse years of underperformance.