Cutch goes beast mode during furry convention
The intrigue: Since 2014, McCutchen has periodically posted the word "furries" on his social media when Anthrocon, a furry convention, is in town.
McCutchen then typically turns into a beast at the plate.
By the numbers: Through 2023, Cutch played 19 home games when Anthrocon was in Pittsburgh.
He blasted four home runs with a .392 batting average in that span.
Yes, but: McCutchen went 1-11 with three walks and six strikeouts during Anthrocon-adjacent home games last year.
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