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Blue Jays' Springer, Clement in Wrong Seats at Leafs Game

Published 27 March 2026

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer and utility player Ernie Clement became unlikely stars off the field Wednesday night when they were caught sitting in the wrong seats during the Toronto Maple Leafs' 4-3 victory over the New York Rangers at Scotiabank Arena.

The pair, attending the game on a day off before the Blue Jays open their 2026 season, settled into lower-bowl seats while wearing custom Maple Leafs sweaters bearing their names and jersey numbers. As they watched the action on the ice, an usher approached and tapped Springer on the shoulder, politely informing them they were in the incorrect spots. Springer and Clement stood up without protest, walked up a couple of rows, and navigated past seated fans to their actual seats in the middle of the row. The entire exchange, captured by arena cameras, quickly went viral on social media and broadcast networks, drawing laughs and admiration from fans across Toronto.

In their new positions, the players quickly integrated with the crowd. Fans nearby recognized Clement and offered a fist bump as he sat down. Moments later, when the Leafs scored, Springer and Clement joined in the excitement, high-fiving spectators around...

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