Travis Hafner spent a decade in Cleveland. And, injuries notwithstanding, was pretty popular. Today the Yankees are in Cleveland for the Indians’ home opener. A few minutes ago, during pregame introductions, Hafner was politely applauded by the local fans, no doubt mindful of the good times they all used to have.
Then, just now, in the first inning of the game, Hafner launched a three-run homer off Ubaldo Jimenez. It just so happened to be his 100th career home run in Progressive Field. As he rounded the bases, boos could be heard.
Can’t go home again, I guess. But if you do, may as well hit a 400-foot bomb against your old mates to ease the pain.
