Red Sox Prank on Kristian Campbell

In a lighthearted moment that captured the spirit of camaraderie in the Boston Red Sox clubhouse, rookie Kristian Campbell found himself at the center of an amusing prank following his first career home run on Saturday night. Red Sox manager Alex Cora shared the humorous tale after the game, letting fans in on the fun that unfolded in the bullpen.

Campbell’s soaring shot in the fourth inning landed right into the Red Sox bullpen, where players decided to seize the moment to have a little fun with their rookie teammate. Cora revealed, "They got the baseball yesterday, and the rumor was they were going to sell it to him," adding a playful twist to the memorable achievement. "He (Campbell) needed to buy it,” Cora joked, highlighting the lighthearted nature of the prank.

However, Campbell, likely still basking in the thrill of his achievement, saw through the ruse and decided not to pay up. “He didn’t buy it, he knows we were just messing with him,” Cora said with a chuckle, illustrating the close-knit, jovial atmosphere that is often present in a successful sports team.

But the first home run was not the only rookie experience for Campbell during the Red Sox's series against the Texas Rangers. The young player will have more opportunities to shine as Boston looks to secure a win in the concluding game of their four-game series on Sunday afternoon, set to start at 2:35 p.m. ET. Fans can catch the action live on NESN.

As Campbell continues to make his mark in the league, moments like these serve as a reminder of the fun and friendships that are forged in the world of professional sports. Stay tuned to see how this exciting rookie’s journey unfolds!