Two great tastes that taste great together: Dunkin Donuts and Jacoby Ellsbury. Mr. Ellsbury was back in his old Sea Dog stomping grounds of Portland, Maine this morning at two different Dunkin Donuts stores, to serve up coffee and donuts and meet some fans (and reporters). He also brought along the World Series trophy - and Sox fans packed the stores to the brim to get a look.
From one report:
A large crowd packed the restaurant and the overflow of fans waited outside the doors for Ellsbury to say hello. Just after 9 a.m., the Red Sox outfielder found himself behind the counter handing out food while being deluged by a hundred or so well wishers seemingly all armed with digital cameras.Ellsbury enjoyed his short stint as a Dunkin' Donuts staffer-even donning a head set and waiting on several drive-up customers. Many of the fans were disappointed to hear that because of a lack of time, he would be unable to sign autographs. Nonetheless, Ellsbury's visit pleased everyone who had waited to see one of Boston's World Series heroes in person.
And from the local NBC affiliate's report:
I've got video of the NBC affiliates report for you after the jump- which includes a quick interview with a couple who showed up with their brand new baby... they named after Jacoby. (hilarious, considering this discussion we've been having.) How that guy can be so relaxed and charming with all that hoopla- including grandmas screaming that they "want him" and people bringing their babies named after him- I do not know.The two most common questions asked of Ellsbury by fans are if he's single, and if he will be traded to the Twins.Sorry ladies, but he has a girlfriend. As far as his future baseball career is concerned, he says he hopes to stay with the Red Sox for a long time.
Video after the jump...
video courtesy of WCSH
on January 25, 2008 10:47 AM
Awww. Is there any way he could be sweeter? The grin on his face when he talked about his girlfriend was priceless.
We love you, Jacoby. And not just because of your looks.