In the heart of Hollywood, a baseball rivalry has been brewing between two unlikely opponents: Scarlett Johansson, the beloved Hollywood A-lister, and Colin Jost, the witty comedian. While their love story is one for the ages, their allegiances to New York’s baseball teams are as different as night and day. Johansson, a die-hard New York Yankees fan, once confessed a secret admiration for Yankees legend and former captain Derek Jeter that might just ruffle her husband’s New York Mets-loving feathers. This revelation, shared in a candid interview, could be a home run for Yankees fans. But for Jost, a devoted Mets supporter, it might be a swing and a miss. So how does this baseball feud play out in their everyday lives?

Back in 2020, Johansson revealed her Yankees obsession started in high school when the team was “killing it… They had this incredible all-star team.” Her love for Derek Jeter ran so deep that she even “used to keep his rookie card in my wallet!” However, Johansson’s love for the Yankees extends beyond just a childhood crush.

The couple’s baseball divide extends beyond just personal preference. In a candid interview with Parade, Scarlett Johansson revealed that her entire family are Mets fans, making her the lone Yankee in a sea of blue and orange. But this hasn’t deterred her from proudly sporting her pinstripes; it has simply added another layer to their playful rivalry, begging the question: Can love truly conquer all, even deep-seated sports rivalries in a family?

Despite their baseball rivalry, the couple’s love for each other remains strong. They are often seen out and about with Johansson’s daughter, Dorothy, presenting a united front despite their differing sports allegiances. But how did this rivalry blossom into a love story?

Scarlett Johansson’s Yankees fandom is a love story for the books (and the bleachers)

Johansson and Colin Jost’s love story began in 2017, culminating in a private wedding in October 2020. They share a son, Cosmo, who was born in August 2021; Jost is also stepfather to Johansson’s daughter from her previous marriage with Romain Dauriac.

The actress’ Yankees fandom isn’t just about baseball; it’s a part of her identity. Her childhood crush on Jeter and her unwavering support for the team are testaments to her passion. Their baseball rivalry is a “sore subject,” Scarlett Johansson admitted. The actress even shared a jab from Jost, who claimed he’d rather see the Boston Red Sox win than the Yankees. “Like, what?! I said I was just going to ignore that,” Johansson retorted, showcasing the playful banter that spices up their marriage.

Perhaps Scarlett Johansson’s admission regarding Jeter was meant as a good-natured dig at her husband; it also speaks volumes about how people can carry around infatuations from their youth forever and the undying devotion of sports aficionados. Because seriously, who hasn’t held onto that rookie card? And in the end, it’s clear that Johansson and Jost’s love for each other outweighs their baseball rivalry. Their story is a reminder that love isn’t about always agreeing but about respecting and celebrating each other’s differences.