From shining cleats and collecting bats to chugging milk and chasing balls, Kidzworld looks at the world of a bat boy.
What Does a Bat Boy Do? 3f3668
A bat boy does much more than just pick up the bats of uniforms after games.
How Do You Become a Bat Boy? 63555l
To become a bat boy for a get autographs, as well as watching your favorite team play for free!
Did U Know? 2e1m37
- In 2002, Darren Baker, the San Francisco Giant's three year-old bat boy and son of the team's manager, Dusty Baker, wandered into a play at home plate and was nearly bowled over by a baserunner who was charging home. After that near-collision at the plate, Major League Baseball made a rule that all bat boys and bat girls must be at least 14 years old.
- In 2005, a Florida Marlins bat boy was offered $500 by pitcher Brad Penny to drink a gallon of milk in less than an hour without vomiting. The bat boy was able to drink the milk, but couldn't keep it down. He didn't get the $500 and was suspended six games by the Marlins for accepting the dare.
- The daily pay for a bat boy for the New York Yankees is $21.50 for six hours.
