BOSTON — The shocking postgame incident that left Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman with a bleeding head wound now has a new development: the identity of the Boston Red Sox fan who threw the lighter has officially been discovered, according to Fenway Park security sources.
The incident occurred last night after the conclusion of a heated Red Sox vs. Astros matchup. As Bregman was exiting the field and walking toward the visitors’ tunnel, he was suddenly struck in the back of the head by a metal lighter thrown from the stands. Witnesses reported seeing Bregman stumble and clutch his head as blood began to drip down his neck.
Security quickly rushed to his aid and began scanning the crowd. Today, after reviewing hours of surveillance footage and gathering fan-submitted video, authorities have identified the suspect as Sean Mulroney, a 24-year-old local from Dorchester, Massachusetts. Mulroney was spotted in Section 41 wearing a Mookie Betts throwback jersey and was seen celebrating moments after the object struck Bregman.
Fenway Park officials, in cooperation with the Boston Police Department, have banned Mulroney indefinitely from all Red Sox events and have filed a criminal complaint for assault with a dangerous weapon.
“There’s no place for this in baseball — or anywhere,” said a spokesperson for the Red Sox. “We are cooperating fully with authorities, and we’re thankful that Bregman is okay.”
Bregman received medical attention but did not require stitches. In a brief post on X (formerly Twitter), he wrote:
“I’m good. Took a cheap shot from the stands but I’ve taken worse fastballs. Appreciate the love.”
While the game was a hard-fought win for Boston, the incident has cast a shadow over what should have been a night to celebrate. MLB is reportedly reviewing fan safety protocols in light of the attack, and league officials may issue further statements or sanctions.
This disturbing moment has reignited a conversation around fan behavior and stadium security, with many calling for lifetime bans and stricter enforcement.
