Red Sox Announcer Apologizes for Urging Pitcher to Hit Yankees Player

Boston Red Sox radio announcer Will Flemming apologized Monday for on-air comments during a weekend loss to the New York Yankees in which he suggested a pitcher should intentionally hit a batter and fight an opposing player. The remarks, made during a lopsided game, drew widespread criticism and prompted Flemming to return to social media to express regret. The incident occurred during the Yankees' 16-1 victory over the Red Sox on Sunday, August 30, at Yankee Stadium. With New York holding a 7-1 lead in the eighth inning, Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. stole second and third base.