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Social media video captures altercation between MLB player and fan
MLB investigats incident between Rendon and fan
Major League Baseball (MLB) is investigating an altercation between Los Angeles Angels third baseman Anthony Rendon and a fan during the team’s Opening Day game against the Oakland Athletics on Thursday.
Video shows Rendon allegedly grabbing fan
In a video posted on social media, Rendon appeared to grab a fan by the shirt and allege the fan called him a “b*tch.” Rendon then tried to take a swipe at the fan before walking away.
Lead-up to incident not captured
There are no videos that appear to show the lead-up to the incident.
MLB releases statement
“We are aware of the video and we are now looking into the matter,” an MLB spokesperson said in a statement to CNN.
Angels decline to comment
The Angels declined to comment on the matter and told CNN the team is expecting Rendon to address the media before Saturday’s game in Oakland.
Rendon in his fourth year with the Angels
The 32-year-old Rendon went 0-3 with a walk in the team’s 2-1 loss on Thursday. Rendon is in his fourth year with the Angels after signing with the club for the 2020 season and missed most of last season with a wrist injury.
Credit: https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/01/sport/mlb-investigate-anthony-rendon-fan-spt-intl/index.html
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