Tigers fans Matt and Shana thought they were just going to have a quiet night at the ballpark.
You know, watch the game, get engaged and go home.
But in the bottom of the sixth, the couple's simple date was interrupted by a foul ball that came hurtling in their direction.
Matt bravely deflected the speeding sphere so as to protect his fiance, and a kindly gentleman nearby returned the baseball as an early wedding present.
We know what happens when you don't shield your girlfriend from a foul ball, so smart move, Matt.
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