Source: BroBible
Summary
Boston Red Sox pitcher Payton Tolle, 23, hugged batter Dominic Canzone after tagging him out during a game against the Seattle Mariners. Tolle said the gesture was spontaneous and that he and Canzone did not know each other before the play. Tolle’s teammate Trevor Story noted that Tolle often gives hugs. Tolle’s mother, Jina, passed away in May 2024, and her words, “You’re so pretty,” are written on his glove. Tolle said the phrase reminds him of his mother’s encouragement.
Our Reading
The habit gets a new name.
Hugs during plays are now a thing.
Tolle’s glove has a message.
He’s still learning the game.
His mom’s words stick around.
Hugging a batter is the new high-five.
Baseball players are getting softer.
Tolle’s a big kid with a big heart.
He’s still figuring it out.
His mom’s voice is still with him.
Author: Evan Null
