In a twist on traditional gender reveals, Bryce Harper swung for the fences with a blue bat during a game, though his hitting skills suggested he might stick to announcing baby news via team meetings.

In a moment that put the 'swing' in gender reveal, Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Bryce Harper attempted to reveal he's having another boy using a custom blue bat provided by teammate Trea Turner. Unfortunately, Harper's efforts to impress his fans—and his family—decided to strike out alongside him as the team lost 10-4 to the Giants, proving that sometimes big news just doesn't come with a happy ending, especially when you can't connect at the plate.

In what can only be described as the most competitive baby announcement of the season, Harper joined the ranks of parents-to-be who have taken creative routes to share their impending additions. Many consider the gender reveal tradition a celebration of pink and blue balloons, but Harper opted for a swing and a miss instead of something more conventional, clearly aligning with the slogan of his team: ‘Batter Up’ but in this case, ‘Baby Coming.’

Trea Turner, Harper's teammate and undoubtedly the MVP of this particular surprise, was a crucial part of the impending parenthood excitement. Turner made the reveal just that much more amusing by teasing Harper with the pink bat before swapping it out for the blue one. It was a classic switcheroo—turns out humor is a valuable tool in any batter's box.

After a team meeting where Harper announced that his family was expanding, the anticipation around his revelation grew, fueled by whispers in the dugout and the scent of popcorn wafting through the stands. Harper conducted a unique gender reveal for his fourth child using a blue bat provided by Phillies shortstop Trea Turner during a game. Fortunately for the family, the blue option will now be getting its fair share of swings at home. The game against the San Francisco Giants where the reveal occurred ended with the Phillies losing 10-4.

So, how did the reveal go, you ask? Well, Picture this: Harper strides up to the plate, the crowd on the edge of their seats, anticipating a powerful swing that could marry masculinity and fatherhood. Unfortunately, Harper struck out with the blue bat during his at-bat, a metaphor that many parents probably relate to: the joy of parenting never quite goes according to plan, much like a strikeout just when you wanted a home run.

After the game, Turner reflected on being involved in Harper's reveal, noting it was 'pretty special,' which is a gentle way of putting it, considering the circumstances. Fans may have gone home disappointed by the game's outcome, but at least they came away with the knowledge that Harper's family will be welcoming a fourth child—a small consolation prize compared to the ideal of a championship.

As Harper and his wife Kayla prepare to welcome another child into their already bustling household, which includes their son Krew and daughters Brooklyn and Kamryn, one can only imagine the pandemonium that will erupt with a new addition. Adding another boy to the mix might slightly tip the scales in favor of baseball and superheroes, while balancing out the chaotic energy of raising three kids.

In the world of gender reveals, Harper's attempt may be one of the more unconventional ones we've seen, especially considering his career stats won't be bolstered by a little blue batting practice at home. However, in the end, it proves that no matter how you slice it, the measure of a father isn’t based on the swing of a bat, but rather the love they hit out of the park every single day.

And so, while the Phillies may not have left the field with a victory that day, Harper's gender revelation has left a lasting impact on the fans and players alike. Here’s hoping they can all get to first base when it comes to being supportive parents, whether it’s on the field or in the family home.