Red Sox Rookie Faces False Claims Allegations Over Father’s Baseball History

Boston Red Sox rookie pitcher Hunter Dobbins stirred controversy with his strong anti-Yankees remarks, stating he would rather retire than sign with New York, a sentiment reportedly rooted in his father Lance Dobbins' alleged past with the Yankees. Dobbins claimed his father was drafted twice by the Yankees, signed with them, and later traded to the Diamondbacks, also mentioning a friendship with former Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte. However, investigations by the New York Post and confirmations from Yankees GM Brian Cashman and other officials found no evidence supporting these claims, including no record of Lance Dobbins being drafted by or playing for the Yankees or the Diamondbacks. Dobbins acknowledged the discrepancies and explained that his statements were based on family stories and childhood memories rather than verified facts, emphasizing his focus remains on his baseball career. Despite the media scrutiny and challenges to his narrative, Dobbins maintained that his primary concern is performing for his team and fans, downplaying the controversy as part of the intense Red Sox-Yankees rivalry. The situation highlights how personal and familial lore can become entwined with professional sports rivalries, sometimes leading to public disputes over the truth.