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OUCH! MLB Reporter Klunked By Foul Ball!

Apple TV+ reporter Tricia Whitaker got an unexpected close-up with a foul ball at an Orioles game, turning an ordinary Friday night into a viral moment.

5/24/2026, 1:25:02 AM

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OUCH! MLB Reporter Klunked By Foul Ball!

Apple TV+'s Tricia Whitaker just landed herself in the sports highlight reels, but probably not how she intended! During a recent Orioles game, Whitaker, a familiar face to MLB fans, got a little too close for comfort to the action. Mid-broadcast, a rogue foul ball went screaming into the stands, making direct contact with the reporter and sending shockwaves through the broadcast booth.

Talk about getting right into the game! Per NY Post Sports, Whitaker was covering the Friday night matchup when the unexpected aerial assault happened. While the full extent of her injuries isn't public, it's safe to say she felt that one. This isn't your typical sports reporting; this is *extreme sports reporting*.

The incident has already sparked a flurry of chatter online, with fans and fellow journalists sending their well wishes. Whitaker is now officially part of that exclusive club of reporters who've had a brush with a flying souvenir. We're just glad she's okay and hope she gets back in the game soon – maybe with a helmet next time!

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