MLB Fan Banned for Life

MLB announced that a fan who threw a ball at Boston Red Sox left fielder Alex Verdugo during Saturday night's game in Yankee Stadium has been banned for life. Verdugo is used to the abuse that Red Sox players receive in New York, but this time a line was crossed. 

Alex Verdugo said he is used to Yankees fans saying, "F--k" Verdugo, and he's fine with that. But having a ball thrown at him, "That don't sit right with me." Verdugo was trying to throw the ball to a young fan. Then the Yankees fan threw at his back.

— Ian Browne (@IanMBrowne) July 18, 2021

Members of the Yankees were appalled at the events that transpired, and manager Aaron Boone didn't hold back in his post-game press conference. 

Aaron Boone said it was "awful and embarrassing" that a fan hit Alex Verdugo in the back with a ball. "Hopefully he's in jail."

— Bryan Hoch (@BryanHoch) July 18, 2021

The organization also put out an official press release that stated: 

While the Yankees appreciate the spirit and passion of our fans in our various rivalries -  especially with the Red Sox - reckless, disorderly and dangerous behavior that puts the safety of players, field staff or fellow fans in jeopardy will not be tolerated. There is absolutely no place for it at Yankee Stadium. The safety of everyone at Yankee Stadium, including guests in the stands and players on the field, will always be the top priority for the Yankees organization every time we open our doors.

Below is a video of what transpired after the incident... 

Here’s video of the fan being kicked out for hitting Alex Verdugo with a baseball. You can hear fans helping security find out who did it pic.twitter.com/OKrVx8lzux

— Jomboy Media (@JomboyMedia) July 18, 2021

Photo Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports