Red Sox Outfielder Jarren Duran Apologizes for Using 'Truly Horrific' Anti-Gay Slur Towards Fan

Mar. 15, 2025

Jarren Duran.Photo:Daniel Shirey/MLB Photos/Getty

Daniel Shirey/MLB Photos/Getty

After losing to the Houston Astros during the game on Sunday, Aug. 11, Duran, 27, used an anti-gay slur when interacting with a fan, according toBleacher Report. The outfielder for theBoston Red Soxhas now released a statement apologizing for his words.

“During tonight’s game I used a truly horrific word when responding to a fan. I feel awful knowing how many people I offended and disappointed. I apologize to the entire Red Sox organization, but more importantly to the LGBTQ community,” Duran’s statement read, according toMLB.com.

Jarren Duran.Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty

Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty

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“We strive to be an organization that welcomes all fans to Fenway Park, and we will continue to educate our employees, players, coaches and staff on the importance of inclusivity,” the statement from the Red Sox read.

source: people.com