The stupid comment came up on Friday night during the broadcast of the game between Kansas City Royals And Oakland Athletics when the franchise’s official announcer California, Glen Kuiperused the “N” word and outlined what appeared to be a racist slur that went viral on social media and prompted a strong rebuttal.
The 59-year-old writer tried to say “Negro League Baseball Museum” but used the term on purpose to offend. A comment Kuiper It happened during the first serve of the match and during a full transfer with a partner Dallas Bradenwho seemed oblivious to the situation.
The 39-year-old commentator kept his eyes closed as he listened to Glen’s story about their visit to the Arthur Bryant Negro League Museum and BBQ.
The media buzz caused by his intervention was such that on the same show, during the sixth episode, the announcer apologized, stating that he didn’t want to say what he finally said. “A little earlier, on the show, I said something that didn’t work out the way I wanted (…) I just wanted to apologize if it didn’t sound like what I meant. I just wanted to apologize for it,” he said.
Consequences?
Mistake can lead to consequences Kuiper and on social media, several fans are already asking the announcer to leave, believing that this expression has eluded him, because it is probably part of his everyday vocabulary.
Franchise Oakland Athletics issued a statement on the matter announcing an investigation into the allegation and condemning the words. So far, no action has been taken against the chronicler.
“The language used by Glen Kuiper during today’s pre-game broadcast is unacceptable. Auckland A’s do not approve of this language. We are working to remedy the situation.” a tweet from the franchise’s communications department is read.
The president Negro League Baseball Museum, Bob KendrickHe also spoke about what happened and, although he condemned the situation, called for forgiveness of mistakes.
“I am aware of the embarrassing insult made by Glen Kuiper. Yesterday I welcomed Glen to NLBM and I know he was very happy to be here. This word is painful and has no place in our society. And while I don’t claim to know Glen’s heart, I do know that my heart is ready to forgive. I hope you all find the strength to do the same!” she wrote.
The narrator’s slip of the tongue is very similar to what happened to the former speaker. Cincinnati Reds, Tom Brennam, when he used a homophobic expression without realizing that the broadcast microphone was still open. Coincidentally, this episode took place at a meeting before Kansas City Royals.
The game ended up winning the California team 8–12. Glen Kuiper is in its 20th season with Oakland Athletics also did covers of NBC SportsCalifornia since 1992.
Source: La Opinion
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