US EditionBad Bunny Catches Foul Ball at Yankees Game Amid Super Bowl Controversy
Bad Bunny caught a foul ball at the Yankees playoff game while facing backlash for sitting during "God Bless America" and criticizing immigration enforcement, amid divided public opinion.
- On Tuesday, October 7, 2025, Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, known professionally as Bad Bunny, caught a foul ball hit by Anthony Santander, Toronto Blue Jays outfielder, at Yankee Stadium in Game 3 of the ALDS.
- The Super Bowl selection prompted debate after Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio was announced a few weeks ago as the Super Bowl LX Halftime Show headliner, sparking backlash over his ICE criticism and limited U.S. dates.
- During the seventh-inning stretch, Bad Bunny remained seated while `God Bless America` played, prompting backlash from MAGA supporters and social-media critics who called it disrespectful.
- The Yankees won 9-6, and Major League Baseball posted a video acknowledging Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio’s attendance shortly after the game, while it’s unknown if he will return to watch his Yankees.
- Ahead of Super Bowl LX on February 8, 2026, political critics including President Donald Trump have condemned the NFL’s choice, while supporters such as Jennifer Lopez defended Bad Bunny, leaving fans divided.
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Bad Bunny Appearing to Sit During 'God Bless America' Sparks Fresh Backlash
Bad Bunny has sparked fresh criticism after he appeared to stay seated during 'God Bless America' at the New York Yankees' playoff game on Tuesday. The news comes after the NFL's controversial announcement last month that Bad Bunny will headline the 2026 Super Bowl halftime show. Newsweek reached…
Bad Bunny seems to sit during ‘God Bless America’ at Yankee Stadium as Super Bowl controversy grows
Bad Bunny came under scrutiny as he appeared to remain seated during "God Bless America" at Yankee Stadium on Tuesday night during a playoff game between the New York Yankees and Toronto Blue Jays, according to a report.
Bad Bunny ripped by MAGA actions for his actions during ‘God Bless America’ at Yankees game
Bad Bunny was in the house for Tuesday’s playoff game between the Yankees and Blue Jays, and … well, he didn’t do himself any favors when it comes to how the MAGA folks view him.
Bad Bunny Appears To Stay Seated For 'God Bless America' At Yankees Game
Bad Bunny apparently isn't done courting controversy. The Puerto Rican singer was recently named as the performer for the Super Bowl halftime show. That announcement generated pushback from fans who are unfamiliar with him, particularly because he sings almost entirely in Spanish. While extremely popular in the Spanish-speaking world, his popularity is far more limited for the majority of Americans. Which is what made his choice a bit, uh, confu…
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