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A Phillies fan turned the spotlight on himself by tossing back the winning Home Run Derby ball—yes, the one that clinched Jordan Walker’s victory—after catching it live at the game. Cole Vanderslice, a Villanova pitcher and lifelong baseball devotee, didn’t cash in or even get it signed; he returned it to the field amid roaring chants, calling it “a weird dream” that felt “natural.” With family roots in youth baseball and a last-minute ticket hustle, Cole’s act was pure fan passion, amplified by his hype and his friend’s video capture. For him, it wasn’t about profit—it was about belonging, legacy, and living the game.

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