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What Happened

In the bottom of the third inning of a close game between the New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox, Yankees outfielder Joey Gallo steps up to the plate with runners on second and third. On a 0-2 count, Gallo pops up a high fly ball into shallow center field. Boston second baseman Christian Arroyo, who is not an experienced outfielder, frantically searches the sky for the descending ball. Panic sets in as Arroyo loses sight of the ball and he starts frantically moving his head and feet, clearly unsure of where the ball will land. The crowd erupts in laughter as Arroyo's fearful reaction is caught on camera. The ball eventually drops several yards away from Arroyo, who finally regains his composure and races to retrieve it. Sensing Arroyo's discomfort, Gallo takes off running and rounds the bases, hoping to turn the play into an inside-the-park home run. Arroyo's throw to the plate is on target, but Gallo slides in safely, earning an RBI triple. Yankees manager Aaron Boone remarks, "That tag was perfect," though it's unclear if Gallo would have been out had he reached the plate. In the dugout, Gallo is seen laughing and discussing the play with his teammates, while Arroyo appears frustrated, telling them, "Get me back to the fucking infield." The crowd's reaction and Arroyo's panicked movements have become the talk of the game, with the announcer noting, "I've never seen an outfielder more scared for his life." Despite the comical nature of the play, both teams ultimately benefit - the Yankees score a run, while the Red Sox record an out. The incident showcases the unpredictable nature of baseball and the human emotions that can arise in high-pressure situations, providing an entertaining moment for the fans and viewers alike.

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Never seen an outfielder more scared for his life.

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Joey Gallo is up in the third inning with a runner on second