David Ortiz Says He Cursed Blue Jays Star After Declining His Gift
Summary
David Ortiz mentioned on a World Series broadcast that he had cursed Toronto Blue Jays player Addison Barger after Barger declined a gift shirt from Ortiz. Barger refused the shirt because it had the Boston Red Sox name on it, and Ortiz joked that this decision led to a poor performance in the next game. Barger had an impressive Game 1 with a historic grand slam but struggled in Game 2, going 0-for-4.Key Facts
- David Ortiz is a Hall of Fame baseball player and a prominent figure on Fox's World Series broadcast.
- Ortiz offered a "MY DAWG" shirt, a special recognition, to Addison Barger, but Barger did not accept it.
- Barger left the shirt on the desk, citing his reluctance to wear something with "Red Sox" on it.
- In Game 1 of the World Series, Barger hit a pinch-hit grand slam, making World Series history.
- Barger played two different field positions, but usually starts as the Toronto Blue Jays' right fielder.
- Ortiz joked about Barger's decision to refuse the shirt, linking it to Barger's 0-for-4 performance in Game 2.
- The joke implies a humorous "curse" due to not accepting the shirt.
- After Barger’s refusal, Ortiz gave the shirt to Dodgers catcher Will Smith following a strong game performance.
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