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‘Tyler Was Freaking Out’: Meet The 8-Year-Old In Viral Video Shown At Bryce Harper’s Press Conference

MAPLE SHADE, N.J. (CBS) – There is no question Phillies fans are fired up about the newest Fightin’ Phil. One young super fan found the news hard to believe and his reaction was caught on camera.

Meet Tyler Barnett, an 8-year-old who’s been playing and following baseball for at least three years. Two things are for certain – Barnett’s dream of being a baseball player and his love for Bryce Harper.

Hey @phillies fan can you get this video out. My son beat cancer and has has waited for this moment since free agency started.