Blue Jays’ Anthony Bass to catch first pitch at Pride Weekend
Toronto Blue Jays reliever Anthony Bass, who has been embroiled in controversy over an anti-LGBTQ+ social media post, will catch the ceremonial first pitch at Friday’s game as part of the team’s Pride Weekend celebrations, according to MLB.com. Bass had shared a video on his Instagram story on May 29 that urged boycotts against Target and Bud Light over their respective LGBTQ+ campaigns. The post was met with widespread criticism, and Bass has since apologized, admitting it was “hurtful to the Pride community.” He said he had met with Pride Toronto’s executive director and would be more careful about what he posts to his personal social media accounts in the future. During Friday and Saturday’s games, the Blue Jays will wear rainbow flag jerseys.
FAQs:
What did Anthony Bass post on his Instagram story?
Bass shared a video on his Instagram story on May 29 that urged boycotts against Target and Bud Light over their respective LGBTQ+ campaigns.
How has Bass responded to the controversy?
Bass has apologized for the post, admitting it was “hurtful to the Pride community.” He said he had met with Pride Toronto’s executive director and would be more careful about what he posts to his personal social media accounts in the future.
What role will Bass play in the Blue Jays’ Pride Weekend celebrations?
Bass will catch the ceremonial first pitch at Friday’s game as part of the team’s Pride Weekend celebrations.
What are the Blue Jays doing to celebrate Pride Weekend?
During Friday and Saturday’s games, the Blue Jays will wear rainbow flag jerseys.
Anthony Bass of the Blue Jays to Kick off Pride Weekend by Catching the First Pitch
Despite controversy surrounding Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Anthony Bass, the team has announced plans to include him in their upcoming Pride Weekend event. Bass has faced widespread criticism after sharing an anti-LGBTQ+ social media post, but will still catch the ceremonial first pitch during the Friday game. The Toronto reliever shared a video on his Instagram story on May 29, calling for boycotts against Target and Bud Light due to their respective LGBTQ+ campaigns. Target has sold Pride and LGBTQ+ merchandise, while Bud Light partnered with transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney. Bass has apologised for the post and claims his meeting with Pride Toronto executive director Sherwin Modeste was “productive.” Blue Jays manager John Schneider and GM Ross Atkins both sat down with Bass, with Atkins personally hurt by what was shared on Instagram. While Bass maintains his personal beliefs, he will be more cautious about what he posts online in the future. The Blue Jays will wear rainbow flag jerseys during this weekend’s games.