Arlington, TX

Columbus, OH

The Star Spangled Banner has a strange history in Major League Baseball. First and foremost, there’s an argument that it shouldn’t be sung at sporting events. It makes no sense that, in a free country, we should swear fealty via song before spending $17 on nachos. Second, the song has racist origins and probably shouldn’t be sung anywhere. Third, it has been butchered pretty consistently. There have been countless bad performances of the song. For a long time, Roseanne Barr had the most infamous rendition.

The National Anthem Performance At Last Night's MLB Home Run Derby Has To Be Heard To Be Believed

Philadelphia, PA

New York Post

Alec Bohm fell victim to becoming a viral meme at the 2024 Home Run Derby. 

The Phillies third baseman tried to keep his composure during country singer Ingrid Andress’ shaky rendition of the national anthem, but he couldn’t help but crack a smile when she went off key, more than once. 

Bohm, who was standing on one of the stars at Globe Life Field in Arlington, buried his head in his chest when the ESPN broadcast focused on him.





Sports world reacts to Ingrid Andress being drunk during Home Run Derby anthem



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Alec Bohm couldn’t keep straight face during disaster Home Run Derby national anthem

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Dallas, TX

The Bobby Bones Show

Bobby Bones Participating in MLB's 2024 All Star Celebrity Softball Game

Ingrid Andress had the internet buzzing with her off-key performance of the national anthem at the 2024 Home Run Derby during MLB All-Star Week. Andress, 32, took to the center of Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas on Monday evening (July 15) to deliver an acapella rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner.”

Ingrid Andress’ Disastrous National Anthem Performance Dubbed ‘Worst Ever’

The Mirror US

Ingrid Andress admits she was 'drunk' singing at MLB All-Star game amid massive backlash on social and announced she had checked into rehab to address her issues in the wake of her performance

Ingrid Andress admits she was 'drunk' singing at MLB All-Star game and checks into rehab

Phillies infielder Alec Bohm couldn't hold in his laughter during the performance. Fergie's performance of the national anthem at the 2018 NBA All-Star Game in Los Angeles will forever live in NBA lore. It wasn't her best night on the microphone, as players went viral that night for their facial expressions while she belted out a, well, unique rendition that didn't go over well.

Rough Home Run Derby National Anthem Draws Fergie Comparisons From MLB Fans

BroBible

The national anthem has been known to elicit tears of admiration as people here the Star Spangled Banner. Sadly, that was not the case at Monday’s Home Run Derby on Monday. Instead, the national anthem by Ingrid Andress was widely panned, with players openly laughing at the performance in an embarrassment for MLB. I’m sure […]
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Phillies Infielder Alec Bohm Laughs At Terrible Home Run Derby National Anthem Performance

Sports Illustrated

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ClutchPoints

Singer-songwriter Ingrid Andress is giving her explanation for her controversial performance of the national anthem at this year's MLB Home Run Derby. Andress said she was intoxicated while performing, per her social media. “I was drunk last night,” Andress wrote on Instagram. “I'm checking myself into a facility today (Tuesday)...

Ingrid Andress drops drunk admission after viral MLB Home Run Derby national anthem

Wyoming State

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WyoFile

Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Lady A’s Dave Haywood is officially a father of three. The Georgia native took to social media early Tuesday (July 16) to introduce his newborn son, Joseph Michael Haywood, to the world. His post included a sweet snapshot of his baby boy. In the caption, he explained the significance...

Lady A’s Dave Haywood Becomes Father of Three, Shares Adorable Snapshot of Newborn Son

Texas State

Texas native Wynn Williams is reviving the beloved sound of 90s country with his original music. The former rodeo cowboy started chasing his dreams of pursuing a country music career after an injury caused him to step out of the saddle. Eight years later, the singer-songwriter has made a name for himself opening for artists such as Randall King and amassing over 12 million global streams.

Country Next: Wynn Williams

Las Vegas, NV

Oakland, CA

Athlon Sports

Major League Baseball is in a good spot. The present looks bright, and the future looks even brighter. The success of the 2024 MLB All-Star Game showcased that, from a Shohei Ohtani long ball, to Mason Miller hitting 103.6 m.p.h. on the radar gun. And while the game is filled with young, talented ...

MLB All-Stars Think Relocating The Oakland Athletics To Las Vegas Is A "Terrible Idea"

FanSided

The 2024 MLB All-Star Game is nearly upon us, and with that comes the photos, videos and interviews trickling out from Workout Day at Globe Life Field. Philadelphia Phillies first baseman and now eight-time All-Star Bryce Harper isn't one to shy away from speaking his mind, even at an event like the Midsummer Classic.

Bryce Harper wants to make a wildly popular change to the All-Star Game

Denver, CO

David Heitz

Two immigrants from south of the border told the City Council Monday they were harassed when using hotel vouchers for shelter in Denver. Speaking through an interpreter, Leivy Ortega and Henry Aguilar said they received vouchers for hotel stays from an unnamed non-profit. But they had problems using the vouchers, they said. Ortega said she came to Denver from Connecticut and lived in her car for 15 days. She received a three-day hotel voucher, she said, but hotel staff initially would not honor it. She did not name the hotel. She said staff finally looked at her paperwork and gave her a room, but they wanted to charge her. for it. She said they initially weren’t going to allow her to stay because she has a service animal.

Immigrants allege Denver hotel staff mistreated them

Grand Prairie, TX

Fort Worth, TX

Euless, TX

Bedford, TX

Hurst, TX

Irving, TX

Kennedale, TX

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Cody Johnson Delivers Powerful National Anthem Performance At 2024 MLB All-Star Game

Cody Johnson returned to Globe Life Field in Arlington, TX on Tuesday, July 16, to deliver his rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner” at the MLB All-Star...

Cody Johnson Delivers Powerful National Anthem Performance At 2024 MLB All-Star Game

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