Rays' Richie Palacios debuts custom Lisa Simpson cleats for Players' Weekend
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 11:13 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Richie Palacios of the Tampa Bay Rays showcases custom-designed cleats featuring Lisa Simpson for MLB Players' Weekend. Yeardley Smith, the voice of Lisa Simpson, collaborated with Palacios after he shared his passion for footwear on her podcast. The cleats display messages of gratitude and features designed by Lucia Footwear, reflecting Palacios' journey in baseball. This unique partnership illustrates the intersection of sports and pop culture as Palacios prepares for Players' Weekend festivities.
- •Richie Palacios wears custom Lisa Simpson cleats during Players' Weekend.
- •Yeardley Smith designed the cleats for Palacios after a podcast conversation.
- •The cleats feature messages like 'Gratitude, Fortitude, Joy' and 'Built Different.'
- •This custom design brings attention to personal stories in sports.
- •The collaboration showcases the influence of pop culture in athletics.
- 11:13 PMYahoo Sports — How Lisa Simpson designed Rays player Richie Palacios' Simpsons cleats for Players' Weekend
"Yeardley Smith, the voice of Lisa Simpson, designed Simpsons cleats for Richie Palacios to wear during MLB Players' Weekend.
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