Jarren Duran Responds to Inappropriate Fan Comment
During a game at Progressive Field, a fan made an egregious comment to Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran regarding his past suicide attempt. Following Duran's flyout in the seventh inning, the fan shouted, "Go (expletive) kill yourself," according to a source close to the dugout.
Duran had previously discussed his suicide attempt in the Netflix documentary, "The Clubhouse: A Year with the Red Sox," which was released on April 8. After the comment, Red Sox personnel emerged from the dugout as Duran stared into the stands, with a teammate and coach physically restraining him. Duran acknowledged the incident after the Red Sox's 13-3 victory over the Cleveland Guardians, stating that it was the first time a fan had made such an inappropriate remark since the documentary's release. Duran noted the vulnerability of opening up about personal struggles, but expressed gratitude for his support system of teammates, coaches, and fans.
The Cleveland Guardians issued a statement acknowledging the incident, stating that the fan's behavior violated their fan conduct policy. They apologized to the Red Sox organization, the player involved, and fans in the vicinity. The Guardians also confirmed they had identified the fan and would collaborate with Major League Baseball on further actions, emphasizing their commitment to providing a positive experience for visiting players and fans.
Red Sox manager Alex Cora praised security for their handling of the situation. He referenced a past incident where Duran was suspended for using a homophobic slur towards a heckling fan, emphasizing that while there is room for learning and growth, there are also boundaries that should not be crossed. Cora indicated that security deemed the fan's comments unacceptable and ejected him from the game.
The article also includes resources for individuals contemplating suicide, providing contact information for the Samaritans Statewide Hotline, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, and The Trevor Helpline. Additionally, there are brief mentions of other Red Sox related news, including Kristian Campbell's baserunning, another steal of home, a 103.7 mph pitch, and injury updates.