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Jarren Duran apologizes for directing offensive remark at fan

2024-08-13 17:50:02

BOSTON — While batting in the bottom of the sixth inning of his team’s 10-2 loss to the Astros on Sunday afternoon, Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran responded in an unfortunate way to a heckling fan, using a homophobic slur that was audible enough to be heard during NESN’s broadcast of the game.

Duran was issued an unpaid two-game suspension by the Red Sox on Monday afternoon. Duran’s salary from the two games will be donated to Greater PFLAG Boston, part of PFLAG National, the United States’ largest organization dedicated to supporting, educating, and advocating for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer people and those who love them.

Duran issued an apologetic statement through the team on Sunday evening that read as follows:

“During tonight’s game, I used a truly horrific word when responding to a fan. I feel awful knowing how many people I offended and disappointed. I apologize to the entire Red Sox organization, but more importantly to the entire LGBTQ community. Our young fans are supposed to be able to look up to me as a role model, but tonight I fell far short of that responsibility. I will use this opportunity to educate myself and my teammates and to grow as a person.”

The Red Sox also issued their own statement:

“The Red Sox addressed this incident with Jarren immediately following today’s game. We echo Jarren’s apology to our fans, especially to the LGBTQ community. We strive to be an organization that welcomes all fans to Fenway Park, and we will continue to educate our employees, players, coaches and staff on the importance of inclusivity.”

A first-time All-Star, Duran has started all 116 games for the Red Sox this season, hitting .291 with 36 doubles, 13 triples, 14 homers and 58 RBIs while stealing 29 bases.

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