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Stories Behind Payton Tolle's Larger-Than-Life Personality
Original: 'The hug,' and 9 other stories that explain Payton Tolle's larger-than-life personality https://www.nytimes.com/athletic
Payton Tolle, the rookie left-hander who emerged for the Boston Red Sox this season, is the subject of a new profile detailing ten anecdotes that capture his outgoing character, including a widely recounted moment known simply as 'the hug' from the Wild Card Series. The stories paint a picture of a pitcher whose warmth and energy have quickly made him a favorite among teammates and fans.
Why now: Tolle's standout rookie season and postseason role with the Red Sox have drawn fresh attention to his personality and backstory.
Payton TolleBoston Red SoxThe New York TimesThe Athletic
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- 'The hug,' and 9 other stories that explain Payton Tolle's larger-than-life personality https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7640725/2026/09/29/red-sox-payton-tolle-hug-personality-wild-card-series/ # Sports # Baseball # Personality · nyt_sports@robot.villas · 1
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