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sports2 years ago

Red Sox Release Pitcher Dermody Following Debut and Controversial Tweet.

The Boston Red Sox have cut pitcher Matt Dermody after he made his first major league start and expressed regret for a homophobic tweet he made in 2021. The team has seven days to trade him or place him on waivers. In other roster moves, the Red Sox transferred Chris Sale to the 60-day injured list, activated outfielder Adam Duvall from the 60-day injured list, and selected the contract of left-hander Joe Jacques Triple-A Worcester.

via NBC10 Boston|
#boston-red-sox#chris-sale#homophobic-tweet
sports2 years ago

Red Sox face backlash over pitcher's homophobic tweets.

The Boston Red Sox faced backlash after starting pitcher Matt Dermody, who had posted homophobic tweets in the past, in their game against the Guardians. The team claimed they were unaware of the tweets before signing him in January, but had a conversation with him before his start. Dermody apologized for his tweet after the game and was designated for assignment. The controversy comes during Pride Month, which has already seen other controversies in MLB related to LGBTQ+ issues.

via New York Post |
#homophobia#matt-dermody#mlb
sports2 years ago

Red Sox pitcher's homophobic tweet addressed amidst Pride Month controversy.

The Boston Red Sox designated starting pitcher Matt Dermody for assignment after he posted and eventually deleted a homophobic tweet in 2021. Dermody cited his recent conversion to Christianity and the love of God as the reason for the tweet, but expressed regret for the hurt it caused. The Red Sox signed Dermody to a minor league contract in January but didn’t find out about the tweet until spring training.

via MassLive.com|
#christianity#designated-for-assignment#homophobic-tweet
sports2 years ago

Red Sox's Matt Dermody faces controversy over past homophobic tweet.

The Boston Red Sox are designating left-hander Matt Dermody for assignment to clear active and 40-man roster spots, likely for outfielder Adam Duvall's return from the 60-day injured list. Dermody was just selected onto the big league roster a few hours ago and allowed three runs across four innings. The Sox will have a week to trade Dermody or put him on waivers. Duvall will make his return to the Boston outfield when first eligible, 60 days from his initial IL placement.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#adam-duvall#designation-for-assignment#matt-dermody
sports2 years ago

Red Sox address pitcher's past homophobic tweets ahead of MLB start.

The Boston Red Sox addressed pitcher Matt Dermody's anti-gay tweet from 2021 after learning about it following his signing with the team in 2023. The team met with Dermody and had him undergo anti-discrimination and harassment training. While the Red Sox cannot dictate their players' religious or political beliefs, they require respect and professionalism towards all individuals in the organization. Manager Alex Cora emphasized the importance of inclusivity in the clubhouse, which reflects the diversity of the world.

via ESPN|
#anti-gay-tweet#boston-red-sox#diversity
sports2 years ago

Red Sox address pitcher's homophobic tweet ahead of debut.

The Boston Red Sox addressed pitcher Matt Dermody's anti-gay tweet from 2021 after learning about it following his signing with the team in January 2023. The team met with Dermody and had him undergo anti-discrimination and harassment training in March. While the Red Sox cannot dictate their players' religious or political beliefs, they require respect and professionalism towards all individuals in the organization. Manager Alex Cora emphasized the importance of inclusivity in the clubhouse, which reflects the diversity of the world.

via ESPN|
#anti-gay-tweet#boston-red-sox#diversity
sports2 years ago

Red Sox pitcher Matt Dermody faces backlash over past homophobic tweets.

The Boston Red Sox's decision to call up pitcher Matt Dermody, who tweeted homophobic comments in 2021, highlights the lack of commitment to expelling homophobia in professional sports. If Dermody's tweets had been anti-Black, anti-Hispanic, or antisemitic, would he still be getting a paycheck, let alone a start from the Red Sox? The team's decision has alienated a portion of their fan base and raises questions about their commitment to inclusivity.

via MassLive.com|
#homophobia#inclusivity#lgbtq
sports2 years ago

Red Sox pitcher's homophobic tweet creates Pride Month controversy.

The Boston Red Sox's promotion of pitcher Matt Dermody to the big leagues has created a public relations problem during Pride Month due to his past controversial tweets about homosexuality. The team has long positioned itself as an ally of the LGBTQ+ community and is set to hold Pride Night at Fenway Park next week. While the team's chief baseball officer, Chaim Bloom, has met with Dermody and is satisfied with his apology, the decision to promote him has raised questions about the team's vetting process and handling of the situation.

via The Athletic|
#lgbtq#matt-dermody#pride-month
sports2 years ago

Red Sox pitcher Matt Dermody faces backlash over past homophobic tweets.

Lefty Matt Dermody is set to start for the Red Sox on Thursday night, but his past homophobic tweets have resurfaced, causing controversy. The Red Sox signed Dermody to a minor league deal in January, unaware of his tweets, which he had deleted. The team met with Dermody in spring training after learning of the tweets, but ultimately decided to keep him. Dermody has made eight starts for the Worcester Red Sox this season, and if he gets a second start for Boston, it would fall on Pride Night at Fenway Park.

via CBS Boston|
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