"Philadelphia sports fans have a bit of a reputation for not always being the most upstanding of citizens. If you're wondering why, just ask the kid who had a home run ball snatched from his glove and given to the woman not-so-affectionately known as "Phillies Karen." You could also ask former Dallas Cowboys receiver Michael Irvin. Or some Pennsylvania State Police horses. Or Santa Claus."
"All that said, though, it's hard not to feel a teensy bit bad for Philly fans after what they endured Thursday night. The Phillies suffered a season-ending playoff loss (pausing here for L.A. fans to respectfully compose themselves - you've had plenty of time to celebrate after the Dodgers won 2-1 in 11 innings on a shocking throwing error by Philadelphia relief pitcher Orion Kerkering)."
Philadelphia's three major professional teams all lost on the same day. The Phillies were eliminated when the Dodgers won 2-1 in 11 innings after a throwing error by relief pitcher Orion Kerkering. The reigning Super Bowl champion Eagles were defeated 34-17 by the New York Giants on Thursday Night Football. The Flyers lost their season opener 2-1 to the Florida Panthers. Fans experienced contentious moments, including a child losing a home run ball that was given to a woman dubbed "Phillies Karen." Sports statistician Greg Harvey noted the only previous identical occurrence was Philadelphia on Oct. 16, 1983.
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