MLB》2.9 billion Gunner Santander released an anti-Muslim video and caused controversy, causing the Blue Jays to speak out urgently
Toronto Blue Jays shooter Santander posted an anti-Muslim video on social media, suspected of targeting Michigan Democratic U.S. Senator-elect El Sayed. The Blue Jays later issued a statement saying that personal comments do not represent the team's values.
Quick Look
- Toronto Blue Jays player Santander posted an anti-Muslim video on social media, suspected of targeting Michigan U.S.
- Senator-elect Al Sayed.
- The Blue Jays later issued a statement clarifying that the remarks did not represent the team's position.
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Why It Matters
Blue Jays player Santander shared an anti-Muslim video on social media, prompting the team to issue a statement clarifying and divisive.
Santander. (File photo, AFP)
[Sports Center/Comprehensive Report] Anthony Santander, a sharpshooter for the Toronto Blue Jays of the American Major League Baseball, recently posted a series of anti-Muslim videos on his personal social media, suspected of targeting Michigan Democratic U.S. Senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed. Although Santander later deleted it, the Blue Jays also issued an urgent statement stating that the video released by Santander did not represent the team's values and stance.
The Associated Press reported that after this year's U.S. midterm elections, Santander shared a video on social media Instagram. In one video, a Christian preacher claimed: "There are no friendly Muslims." Another video suggested that the United States would be forced to implement Sharia law after Al-Sayed was elected to the U.S. Senate.
The Blue Jays said in a statement today, "Baseball belongs to everyone, and the Blue Jays have always been committed to creating an inclusive viewing environment so that all fans can feel welcome at our stadium." "Personal remarks do not represent the values and positions of our team."
Elsayed, the son of Egyptian immigrants, will become the first Muslim U.S. senator in history.
The 32-year-old Santander is from Venezuela. In January last year, he signed with the Blue Jays on a five-year, US$92.5 million contract (approximately NT$2.94 billion). He only played 54 games last season, scoring 6 home runs, 18 RBIs, and a batting average of 1.75%. He missed the World Series due to a back injury. In February of this year, Santander had surgery on his left shoulder, which ended the season early.
Open Questions
- Will the Blue Jays take further disciplinary action against Santander?
