Reds broadcaster Thom Brennaman uses anti-gay slur on air
KANSAS CITY, Mo. Reds broadcaster Thom Brennaman used an anti-gay slur on air during Cincinnati's game Wednesday night and later left the broadcast after apologizing. Brennaman used the slur moments after the Fox Sports Ohio feed returned from a commercial break before the top of the seventh inning in the first game of a doubleheader at Kansas City. Brennaman and the Reds announcers were working from Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati, even though the doubleheader against the Royals was in Kansas City. The son of Hall of Fame broadcaster Marty Brennaman, Thom has called major league games for 33 years and has been with Fox Sports for the past 27, covering primarily baseball and football.
Detroit Tigers drop home opener at empty Comerica Park
DETROIT Even though the Detroit Tigers didnt win -- the game will go down as a home opener nobody will ever forget. READ: Detroit Tigers fans improvise to celebrate home openerThere were no fans in attendance as the two teams combined for eight home runs, unfortunately for Tigers fans six of those home runs were made by the Royals. A crew was able to pour concrete in the front of the stadium one hour before the first pitch and not once did anyone interrupt. Despite being one of the weirdest opening days ever, its still a tradition for many people. Especially for Scott Paul, who was taking in his 53rd Tigers opener.
Detroit Tigers honor Mr. Tiger but struggle to prevail in home opener against Kansas City.
DETROIT It was a different environment for Monday nights Detroit home opener at Comerica Park. Michael Fulmer unfortunately got into early trouble allowing 4 earned runs, three being home runs. Kyle Funkhouser was brought in to replace Fulmer on the mound, but it managed to set back the Tigers even more allowing 5 earned runs. The last run the Tigers were able to achieve was a solo shot by Victor Reyes. MORE: Detroit Tigers coverage
Detroit Tigers home opener held Monday at Comerica Park
DETROIT Opening Day usually means crowds fill Comerica Park in Detroit, but the coronavirus (COVID-19) changed that. The Tigers open on Monday night vs. the Royals. The Tigers spoke about Opening Day while in an empty stadium, when usually Comerica Park is full. At the top of their minds is the news that more Miami Marlins have tested positive for COVID-19. READ: More Detroit Tigers coverage