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Red Sox fan’s bizarre celebration steals spotlight after a teammate of Walker Buehler hits a homer

In the Boston Red Sox game against the Baltimore Orioles, a Red Sox fan celebrated in a bizarre way the homer from a Walker Buehler's teammate.

: Pitcher Walker Buehler #0 of the Boston Red Sox heads for the clubhouse after being thrown out of the game for arguing balls and strikes as catcher Carlos Narváez #75 looks on, during the second inning against the New York Mets at Fenway Park on May 20, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts.
© Winslow Townson/Getty Images: Pitcher Walker Buehler #0 of the Boston Red Sox heads for the clubhouse after being thrown out of the game for arguing balls and strikes as catcher Carlos Narváez #75 looks on, during the second inning against the New York Mets at Fenway Park on May 20, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts.

Despite a steady downpour, Fenway Park erupted as Boston Red Sox teammate of Walker Buehler, outfielder Jarren Duran, currently leading both leagues in triples, launched a crucial home run against the Baltimore Orioles. The blast not only sparked Boston’s offense but also triggered a memorable, if bizarre, fan celebration that quickly circulated across social media.

The Red Sox, holding an even 26-26 record and battling the elements in the second game of the series against the Orioles, watched as Duran’s first-inning solo shot put them on the board. The early lead immediately put pressure on Baltimore and energized the home crowd.

MLB fans have witnessed countless unique celebrations, but this particular moment quickly entered the debate for one of the league’s most audacious. A fan, seemingly undeterred by the inclement weather, spontaneously doused himself with an entire bottle of milk. The audacious act was immediately captured by stadium cameras, ensuring it went viral.

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Onlookers in the stands reacted with a mix of shock and delight, celebrating alongside the fan as the ballpark pulsed with excitement from the game’s opening long ball.

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On the pitching mound, Walker Buehler has been a stabilizing force for the Red Sox in the early regular season. His impressive stats, a 4.00 ERA, 33 strikeouts, and a 3.00 strikeout-to-walk ratio through seven starts, have instilled confidence in the team’s rotation. However, the offensive production from some key teammates has been notably absent throughout the season.

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Meanwhile, Alex Bregman has been a cornerstone of the Red Sox’ offense. His contributions include 11 home runs, 32 runs scored, 59 hits, and 22 walks this year, solidifying his role as one of the team’s most important players.

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