Josh Hamilton expected to hear boos at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington when he returned for the first time as a member of the Los Angeles Angels.
Hamilton made things worse for himself in his postgame news conference. Clearly upset by the fan response, he said it was the loudest he's ever heard the park.
"I can't say that I didn't expect it," Hamilton said. "I will never take back what I said until they show up every night for 30 years. But I'm glad I can help create spirit and fire in this town. Honestly, man, that was louder than any playoff game I've ever been to so I'm excited for them about that. Hopefully the fans can carry that on through the season."
