During Game 4 of the World Series, two Yankees fans caused a stir by attempting to pry a baseball out of Dodger outfielder Mookie Betts’s glove. One of these fans was recognized by former NFL player Rob Gronkowski as a college friend, Austin Capobianco. Gronkowski described Capobianco as a passionate Yankees fan who was always all-in for his teams. While Gronkowski acknowledged that the interference was unacceptable in the world of sports, he also noted that passionate fans often go to great lengths to support their teams. The two fans were ejected from Yankee Stadium and will not be allowed to attend Game 5.
Gronkowski shared this revelation during an appearance on “Up & Adams” where he praised Capobianco for shining when his moment came, despite the inappropriate nature of their actions. The Yankees and Major League Baseball have a zero-tolerance policy towards fan behavior such as this, and both fans were promptly removed from the game. While Gronkowski acknowledged that the behavior was unacceptable, he also indicated that it was a testament to the passion that some fans have for their teams. This incident serves as a reminder of the fine line between showing support and crossing boundaries in the world of sports fandom.
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