Boston Red Sox pitcher Hunter Dobbins is sticking by the story he told about his father playing for the New York Yankees, despite no evidence that he actually did.

Boston Red Sox rivalry in a bizarre way this week. It did not work out well for him. The Red Sox pitcher made his first start against the Yankees last weekend but made more headlines with what he said going into the game.

Red Sox rookie Hunter Dobbins made some headlines prior to his first career start against the Yankees last week when he said he’d rather retire than pitch for New York.

Prior to Sunday’s game between the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees, nationally televised on ESPN Sunday Night Baseball, Boston’s rookie starting pitcher was quoted in a Boston Herald story saying that he would rather retire than sign a contract with the Yankees.

Hoskins has an $18 million mutual option on his deal for next year, so acquiring him would be a low-risk investment for a Red Sox team that seems to be in need of some roster stabilization. Hoskins could also offer some clubhouse leadership for Boston's collection of budding rookie stars.

Those behind the camera zoomed in on the stunning brunette, who wore a red tube top and matching lipstick, multiple times.

The New York Yankees play against the Boston Red Sox in an MLB game tonight. Fans can watch this game for free online.

Roman Anthony switched his number from 48 to 19 ahead of his second MLB game. It comes with a lot of Red Sox history from players who wore the number before him. But one legend and nine-time All-Star is hopeful the Boston Red Sox rookie has just as much luck wearing it as he did.