Hunter Dobbins, the rookie pitcher for the Boston Red Sox, stirred up controversy recently with remarks regarding his disdain for the New York Yankees, which came to light before his pitching appearance in the Bronx. Dobbins claimed that his father, Lance Dobbins, had once played for the Yankees and was friends with former pitcher Andy Pettitte. However, a report from the New York Post refuted this claim, indicating no records of Lance Dobbins ever being drafted or playing for the Yankees. Hunter admitted that his knowledge stems from childhood stories and photos from his father, stating, 'I don't go and fact-check my dad.'

Despite the backdrop of this controversy, Dobbins made a significant impact on the field, leading the Red Sox to an 11-7 victory over the Yankees, where he earned a win after Aaron Judge hit a two-run homer off him early in the game. As the Red Sox prepare for a three-game series against the Yankees, Dobbins is slated to pitch in the middle game, and his ongoing performance and resolve will be key for the team's competitive edge against their historic rivals.