The New York Yankees on Wednesday made a significant announcement about the two fans who were ejected from Game 4 of the World Series for interfering with Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts.
The two fans initially were not banned from Game 5, but the Yankees announced Monday they would not be welcomed back for Wednesday’s game. In a statement the team said it maintained a “zero-tolerance policy” toward physical contact with players, and that the fans “would not be permitted to attend tonight’s game in any capacity.”
Statement from the Yankees on the guys who grabbed Betts: pic.twitter.com/bVjkXY3i6k
— Chelsea Janes (@chelsea_janes) October 30, 2024
One of the fans, Austin Capobianco, confirmed to Jesse Rogers of ESPN that the Yankees had informed him of the ban, and that he would be arrested at the door if he tried to enter in another way. He expressed hope that the ban would be temporary.
Austin Capobianco said he got a call from the Yankees today about being banned tonight. Was told if he or his friend try to get in with other tickets, they’ll be arrested at the door. He’s hoping it’s a short term ban.
— Jesse Rogers (@JesseRogersESPN) October 30, 2024
Capobianco and John Peter were both escorted from their seats after blatantly interfering with Betts on a first inning fly ball. On Tuesday, Capobianco claimed they had been told they would be welcomed back for Game 5. That might not have gone over well with the league, especially when he essentially admitted that their actions were all part of a plan.
