Fear the Tree? Think again

Cardinal fans given to wearing T-shirts with the slogan “Fear the Tree” might think twice after seeing an ESPN commercial that started airing last week. The spot features Atlanta Braves right fielder JASON HEYWARD discussing in detail how a wooden bat is made while the Stanford Band’s mascot stands by in horror. According to the Unofficial Stanford Blog, former Tree JONATHAN STRANGE flew to Bristol, Conn., last October to appear in the spot. Watch the video: