Once again, Barry Bonds reveals his true nature.
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Carlos Oliveras has a home run ball specially marked to assure authenticity.
It just doesn’t have Barry Bonds’ autograph as the slugger refused to sign the ball.
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Oliveras, an Airman 1st Class who lives on McGuire Air Force Base in Fort Dix, N.J., paid $20 for his seat in Section 202, Row 7, Seat 24.
He said he is a Bonds fan and would probably keep the ball. He hoped it would have Bonds’ signature.
Bonds said no when he was asked at his news conference if he would sign the ball if a fan wanted an autograph. Moments later, when an official asked if there were any more questions, Oliveras piped up:
“Will you sign my ball?”
Bonds smirked and said nothing.
Like I said, what a jerk.
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