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Shane Victorino Makes Electrifying Return with Savannah Bananas in Philly

Phillies fans were in for a treat Saturday night as World Series champ and two-time All-Star Shane Victorino made a surprise appearance with the Savannah Bananas in front of a sold-out crowd of 45,000 at Citizens Bank Park.

Jacobo Garrido

Former Phillies outfielder Shane Victorino made an appearance at the Savanah Bananas game on Saturday night.
Former Phillies outfielder Shane Victorino made an appearance at the Savanah Bananas game on Saturday night. / © Elizabeth Robertson/The Philadelphia Inquirer/TNS

PHILADELPHIA — The crowd erupted with cheers and gave the “Flyin’ Hawaiian” a roaring standing ovation as he stepped up to the plate in the Bananas’ signature yellow uniform. It marked Victorino’s third appearance with the viral baseball sensation and like the others, it did not disappoint.

Victorino delivered in classic fashion, flashing the same energy that made him a fan favorite in Philadelphia.

“I got to play in some great cities; Boston was a great one, but nothing like Philadelphia,” Victorino said. “When this place gets going, it’s a pretty exciting place.”

The Bananas continue to blend baseball and showmanship Philly style. The Bananas return to action this weekend, facing off against the Texas Tailgaters on Friday and Saturday at CHS Field in St. Paul, Minnesota.

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Jacobo Garrido
JACOBO GARRIDO

Jacobo Garrido is a graduate of California State University, Long Beach, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism with a focus on multimedia and broadcast reporting. During his time at CSULB, he worked as a field reporter for Dig en Español magazine, covering topics impacting the Latino community in Long Beach and surrounding areas. He also reported and produced campus news content, gaining hands-on experience in writing, editing, and on-camera storytelling. After graduating, Jacobo served as the national news correspondent for L28 News for over three years, where he wrote, shot, and edited weekly news segments covering major stories across the country. His experience spans live sports coverage, community profiles, and digital-first storytelling, with a passion for sharing stories that reflect and connect with diverse audiences.

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