In Phils’ gear in Times Sq.
A police officer approached as I neared the edge of the crowd at a Yankees rally. “We’re gonna have to put you in protective custody,” he joked.
“Intruder!” a man shouted. People threw taunts like “Get out of here!” and “Go home!”
Inspired, I got into the act. “Let’s go Phillies,” I screamed, throwing up my hands. Boos rained down.
Then, from behind me, an angry growl: “Heeeeey!” Bracing myself for physical assault, I turned to find a smiling man. “Good luck!” he said, reaching out to shake my hand. “You guys have got a great organization.”
Brayden Simms