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Bryce Harper Says He Deserves to Be Booed by Phillies Fans Amid Batting Slump

A rough opening month has Bryce Harper understanding why Philadelphia Phillies fans have started to vent their frustration with the former National League MVP.

After being booed during Tuesday's 3-1 loss to the Detroit Tigers, Harper told reporters fans are right to be upset with his early-season performance.

"I'd do the same thing," he said. "It's not fun to lose, not fun to watch when you're playing that way. (I was) 0-for-4 with two punchies. I'm probably thinking the same thing walking back to the dugout."

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