Roman Anthony took some heat for hiding in a laundry cart to avoid autograph-seeking fans in Worcester. What was meant to be a humorous social media video turned into an unexpected controversy for the Boston Red Sox' top prospect.

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Many criticized Anthony for pulling his Taylor Swift-like maneuver to avoid having to sign for a small number of fans. On Tuesday, the 21-year-old cleared the air with his explanation.

"I didn't really expect to get all the fire I got for that," Anthony told NBC Sports Boston before Tuesday's WooSox game at Polar Park. "I think it was just more of a joke that a few of our guys saw something online, and we just did it. I was signing for those people all week, so I think it got a little twi

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