The?New York Yankees vs the Boston Red Sox is a tale spanning decades. When the Bronx team defeated the BoSox in a surprising comeback all the way back in 1949, it sparked a long-lasting enmity. Babe Ruth‘s trade and subsequent performance in pinstripes heated things up even more. Today, more than the players, it’s the fans that carry the rivalry along, with each side staunchly unforgiving.
From social media fights to actual brawls, nothing is off-limits. There have been instances where things got out of hand, such as when a Yankee fan stabbed a Red Sox fan at a restaurant in 2010. But for the most part, it’s an entertaining rivalry with each side poking fun. Recently, a fan decided to take it to the next level with divided loyalties.
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The intertwined NYY and the pair of red socks are more than symbols – they stand for history. Each player from either organization wears it with pride, evoking satisfaction in fans too. But what happens when someone decides to mock the signatures? Chaos reigns.
Arrest this man. pic.twitter.com/f6cdijixi4
— Thomas Carrieri (@Thomas_Carrieri) August 6, 2023
At a recent baseball game, a spectator in the stands was photographed wearing a strange collection of clothes. While his cap said Yankees, his t-shirt read Red Sox. To fans of either team, it was pure blasphemy. While it’s unclear what game the person is attending, either in the Bronx or Boston, others are clearly averse to his fashion choices.
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Another bizarre instance took place back in April when a Red Sox fan decided to show up at Yankee Stadium in his team’s colors. The funny thing is, the Yankees weren’t even playing the Boston team! The game was against the San Francisco Giants, and the crowds brutally mocked the man.
In this latest instance as well, a Twitter user posted a picture of the man with the caption, “Arrest this man.” And the rest clearly agreed.
Baseball Fans Question the Man’s Divided Loyalties
Disrespect is not tolerated when it comes to baseball. And fans of each team decided to take it personally when the above picture went viral on social media. From threats to expletives, they rained down curses on the poor fan, who probably didn’t know what he stirred up. Or was it intentional?
Send this man’s to the deepest part of hell satin can find
— Ajo8472 (@ajo8472) August 6, 2023
https://twitter.com/REALCURVYMAMA/status/1688315291829149696?s=20
Yankees fan here. I wholeheartedly agree🤬 It is blasphemous to put those logos together😤 pic.twitter.com/Lx72k2yrvs
— Mpumelelo Dludla (@DenyenDerbs) August 6, 2023
One compared him to?Star Wars Sith Lord for his probably evil intentions.
He’s the Sith Lord we’ve been looking for pic.twitter.com/VPUDHIhQnK
— Sean Dinwoodie (@sdinwoodie88) August 6, 2023
Some wondered if he was simply confused about his loyalties.
This picture was taken right before the man spontaneously burst into flames due to his indecision
— Aaron J. (@AaronJPresents) August 7, 2023
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My guy is confused
— Brian (@BrianRMHC) August 7, 2023
Perhaps it should be noted that neither team is doing well this season, plagued by underperformance. Sadly, the only thing they’re competing for is the bottom of the AL East while fans keep hoping for a miracle to save them.
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What do you think of the fan’s fashion choices? Blasphemy, or can it be forgiven?
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