VIDEO: Yoenis Cespedes’ diamond chain breaks during double against Braves

New York Mets outfielder Yoenis Cespedes hit a costly double Wednesday against the Atlanta Braves.

Cespedes wore a chain designed with several diamonds during Wednesday’s game at Citi Field. On his way to second base in the bottom of the first inning, Cespedes’ chain broke, scattering diamonds around the bag.

Below is the video of Cespedes realizing his chain broke and teammate and Mets infielder Asdrubal Cabrera picking up the diamonds between innings.

The Braves went on to win Wednesday’s game, 7-0.

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