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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Bartolo Colon at Bat” is a common card of the Memes World series 75, number 22307 of the collection, and the 151st best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Bartolo Colon at Bat” meme mean?
The image expresses blatant clumsiness, often for comedic effect. It depicts someone out of their comfort zone or physically disadvantaged. The dominant emotion is amusement at this apparent inability. It is used to illustrate situations where one feels overwhelmed, ungraceful, or simply ridiculous compared to expectations.
Where does the “Bartolo Colon at Bat” meme come from?
The source is a screenshot from the Mets vs. Nationals game on April 2, 2014. Dominican pitcher Bartolo Colón was batting because the National League lacks a designated hitter. On April 3, 2014, Lana Berry tweeted the photo. Sport blogger NickPants quickly posted a photoshop with a fishing rod. Virality spread via SB Nation, SportsGrid, Yardbarker, USA Today’s FTW blog, and the official MLB Tumblr.
- April 2, 2014Screenshot taken from the Mets-Nationals game showing Colón at bat.
- April 3, 2014Photo published by Lana Berry on Twitter and first photoshop by NickPants.
How to use the “Bartolo Colon at Bat” meme
- Use the photo to comment on someone tripping or falling clumsily.
- Insert Colón’s face into a professional setting to highlight humorous incompetence.
- Replace a sports object with a fishing rod to emphasize the non-athletic aspect.
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The “Bartolo Colon at Bat” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 22307 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 75 |
| Fame | 59/100 · #151 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Bartolo Colon at Bat” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Bartolo Colon at Bat comes out of the Memes World series 75 as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
What does the Bartolo Colon at Bat meme mean?
It represents sporting or physical clumsiness. The image illustrates someone who seems uncomfortable or unfit for an activity.
Who is Bartolo Colon?
He is a Dominican baseball pitcher. The photo dates back to his time with the New York Mets in 2014.
Where does the original photo come from?
It comes from a real game between the Mets and the Nationals captured on April 2, 2014.
How do I get the Bartolo Colon at Bat meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Bartolo Colon at Bat” is a common card of the Memes World series 75. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Bartolo Colon at Bat card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Bartolo Colón · Bartolo Colon at Bat | Know Your Meme · Bartolo Colon Fishing | Bartolo Colon at Bat · checked on October 17, 2026.
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