Earlier this month, Rougned Odor let the nation know that the area around second base was strictly his territory by landing a strong right cross to the left cheek of Blue Jays outfielder Jose Bautista.
After that punch it's understandable if no one wants to mess with Odor, but known teammate-irritator Elvis Andrus decided to press his luck following the Rangers' 4-1 win over the Angels on Tuesday night.
Odor and Andrus did their customary post-win handshake at second base, including trading playful slaps to the face.
Rougie took exception to Elvis' second slap to the face and the dodge that followed and pulled his right fist back, flashing back to the moment a couple of weeks ago when he clocked Bautista. Check it out:
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It looks like Elvis immediately knew what Odor was referencing and laughed at his teammate. Can you see the slight look of terror in his eyes, though, for a split second?
Rougie didn't laugh with Elvis, but you know it's all in good fun and something the two will laugh about in the clubhouse.
Still, Odor has shown that you don't want to mess with him and if you do, you'll pay the price. Maybe Elvis will think twice next time the Rangers win.
Odor should learn the result of the appeal of his real punch sometime on Thursday and should start serving his suspension on Friday when the Pirates come to town.