Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner were spotted together at a Boston Red Sox game on Friday, July 11th, accompanied by two of their children, Fin and Samuel. The family outing has sparked renewed interest and speculation among fans, with many expressing hope for a reconciliation between the former couple.
The pair, who were married from 2005 to 2018, have maintained a close co-parenting relationship since their divorce. They were seen sitting together in the front row at Fenway Park, watching the Red Sox take on the Tampa Bay Rays. Violet, their eldest daughter, did not appear to be present. Cameras captured Affleck and Garner in deep conversation, with Affleck even nudging Garner when he noticed the attention on them, prompting a smile from the actress. NESN commentator Dave O'Brien acknowledged the family during the broadcast, saying, "Great Red Sox family right there, Ben Affleck, Jennifer Garner and their kids".
The public appearance has triggered a wave of reactions on social media, with fans wondering about the possibility of a romantic reunion. Some fans expressed their desire to see the couple back together, with one tweet reading, "Why can't these two make it work?! America needs this reconciliation!". Others were more skeptical, with one user replying, "No way," while another joked, "Omg he's marrying her again". Some fans referenced Affleck's recent divorce from Jennifer Lopez, with one person asking, "Does he just go back and forth between her and Jaylo?".
Despite the speculation, sources suggest that Affleck and Garner's relationship is primarily focused on co-parenting their three children. In March, a source told People that Affleck has been "extra giddy lately" around Garner "and much more affectionate," also noting that "She doesn't seem to mind," and that "She seems to enjoy spending time with Ben". Another source said that Garner knows her ex can be "charming," and that "When he's doing well, he has great energy". Since Affleck's divorce from Jennifer Lopez, reports indicate that he and Garner have grown even closer. They have been spotted together on multiple occasions, and sources say they are "leaning on each other more than ever".
Garner has been in a relationship with businessman John Miller since 2018. The pair were seen together at a charity event in June. Sources describe their relationship as "very normal".
Affleck has been open about his regrets regarding his divorce from Garner. In 2016, he praised her as "a fabulous person," "a great mother," and "a real talent," stating that he admires, respects, and remains excellent friends with her. Garner has also spoken fondly of Affleck, calling him "the love of my life".
The Red Sox game outing comes shortly after Jennifer Lopez released new music that has been interpreted as a post-divorce reflection. Regardless of the rumors, the outing highlights the strong co-parenting relationship between Affleck and Garner.
