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Astros fan busted for smacking Yankee fan during Game 2 of the ALCS

Yankee players weren’t the only taking a beating in the second game of the ALCS Sunday night.

An Astros fan allegedly smacked a Yankee fan in the stands of Minute Maid Park after the two got into an argument during Sunday night’s match-up, authorities said.

James Dinkins, 73, was arrested and hit with a misdemeanor assault charge for allegedly slapping the New York fan in the back of the head after he cheered for the Bronx Bombers, prosecutors said.

Dinkins was released on $100 bond, authorities said.

Prosecutor Nathan Beedle said the arrest was “troubling” because Houston prides itself on “hospitality, sportsmanship, and welcoming anyone from anywhere.