Every time I see Tiger Woods complain about some photographer that takes a picture of him while he swings, I hate him more and more. And that's because most pro athletes have to deal with a lot more crap than Woods does - especially baseball players.
I remember a friend of mine late in a game sang "I love you Bobby Bonilla!" at the top of his lungs from the box seats at a near empty Candlestick Park. Bonilla naturally grounded into a double-play.
Some baseball players, like Vernon Wells, are creative in dealing with abusive fans. But others, like Joe Smith, are a bit more direct. This is a very-NSFW video from Home Run Derby of Smith ripping into the bleacher bums at Wrigley on April 22. Marty Brennaman approves.
Frankly, I'm surprised this doesn't happen more often. By the way, if you look closely, you may see Critical Fanatic. He's the guy spilling beer all over himself.
In case you were wondering, Smith gave up three hits and a run over 2/3 of an inning in the game, and the Mets lost 8-1.
Advantage Cubs fans.
Joe Smith of the Mets Heckles the Cubs Bleachers. [Home Run Derby]
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