Dodgers Fan Executes Clever 'Switcheroo' with Manny Machado Home Run Ball

A Dodgers fan was caught on camera swapping a home run ball with a decoy during a game against the Padres.

During a Padres-Dodgers game, a fan caught Manny Machado's home run and secretly swapped it with another ball.
The fan's sleight of hand was revealed on ESPN's broadcast, where he admitted to the switch to avoid being booed.
This incident highlights the intense rivalry between the Dodgers and Padres, especially among the fans.
The fan plans to keep the original home run ball as a prized possession, despite owning many such collectibles.
The episode was caught during a live game at Dodger Stadium, adding to the drama of the ongoing MLB season.