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Star Spangled Butcher
If you sat through that rendition of the National Anthem during the home run derby last night. You may be eligible for compensation. First Trump’s ear now ours.
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You’re talking about that national anthem from the home run derby. Typically, these become a joke and a sore spot for fans and commentators alike. The “eligible for compensation” line is a play on words suggesting it hurt to listen to, like those commercials for legal compensation.
When it says, “First Trump’s ear now ours,” it’s likely alluding to former President Donald Trump’s tendency to always be in the middle of various events or controversies. In other words, that was as bad as anything he ever said or did while in office.
Usually, after these events, fans take to Twitter or whatever to complain about how terrible they were. So, if you want reactions or to see it again, look up some highlights from the event or check out what people said about it on social media that night.
Suppose you’re into making fun of this type of thing. In that case, there’s probably some sports commentary website or fan forum with a thread dedicated to making jokes about this performance somewhere. Websites like ESPN or Bleacher Report usually have recaps highlighting notable national anthem performances at big sporting events,
The 2024 Home Run Derby featured a rendition of the Star-Spangled Banner performed by Ingrid Andress that has drawn widespread scorn among fans and pundits alike. Social media users drew comparisons to other infamous national anthem performances throughout history, with many expressing their disdain for Andress’ off-key delivery with tongue-in-cheek comments about seeking monetary compensation for having had to sit through it.
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I do not get the joke but I think it has something to do with Former President Donald Trump’s recent assassination attempt with a bullet grazing his ear.