Cleveland Indians second baseman Jason Kipnis, who grew up in a Chicago suburb, is hoping for the triumphant return of famed Chicago Cubs fan Steve Bartman during the 2016 World Series.
Kipnis was a Cubs fan as a child and discussed his memories from the infamous moment involving Bartman, Cubs left fielder Moises Alou and a foul ball during the 2003 National League Championship Series. The Indians infielder never blamed his fellow fan for the team's eventual loss in the series, as relayed by ESPN.com on Tuesday.
"We have a joke," Kipnis said.