"A's Punish Players for Supporting Criticism, Demote Batting Average Leader"
The Oakland Athletics demoted outfielder Esteury Ruiz, who was photographed wearing a wristband associated with an anti-ownership fan group in Oakland called "Last Dive Bar," leading to speculation that players are being punished for supporting criticism of owner John Fisher. Other players have also faced consequences, such as being benched or traded, seemingly for similar reasons. The franchise's displeasure with the fan group and its players wearing the wristbands during games has sparked controversy, with some dubbing the situation as "WristbandGate."