It was one of the best fights in baseball history, mostly because it was so stupid. When Giants’ reliever Hunter Strickland planted a fastball into Bryce Harper’ hip, the Nationals’ outfielder charged the mound and a series of weird and unfortunate events unfolded.
The internet was delighted, of course. Let’s take a look at the highlights, in order of importance.
Harper’s Helmet Throw Fail
In retrospect, a helmet might be a good thing to have during a fistfight — no one else is likely to be wearing one, and it might deflect some blows, or at least keep you from getting your hair pulled.