During Super Bowl week, Patrick Mahomes’ father, a former MLB pitcher, and John Rocker, also a former MLB pitcher, had a heated verbal confrontation on Bourbon Street. The situation escalated to the point where they had to be physically restrained.
The question remains: was this genuine animosity or a staged event to promote a future celebrity boxing match?
— goat (@TrindonHo11iday) February 11, 2025
On Tuesday, video is circulating that seems to show a fight. The video depicts Pat Sr. talking with a group of friends. Then, the former pitcher for the Atlanta Braves walked toward him. Rocker seemed to be initiating a handshake. However, the situation quickly deteriorated. Pat Sr. appeared displeased to see him.
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The two groups argued intensely, until Mahomes’ companions stepped in to separate them.
Many words were spoken, likely of an offensive nature.
As Patrick Mahomes Sr. departed, Rocker threw a beverage in his direction.
The timing of the incident remains uncertain; attempts to gain clarity are ongoing.
Notably, Dave Portnoy of Barstool Sports recently mentioned Rocker and Mahomes Sr. as potential participants in an upcoming Rough ‘N’ Rowdy boxing match.
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Rocker recently posted a comment on the video, stating, “This freaking loser can’t handle a single joke.”
“Wish I laid him out right there and ruined his bulls*** weekend even more.”
Rocker’s baseball career included stints with four teams – the Braves, Cleveland, the Devil Rays, and the Rangers – yet his notoriety stemmed more from his inflammatory persona.
Conversely, Pat Sr. played for six different clubs – the Twins, Red Sox, Mets, Rangers, Cubs, and Pirates – but the two never shared a major league roster.