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Orioles Broadcaster Apologizes After Insulting Toronto Fans

9/15/2025

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Brian Roberts, a Baltimore Orioles broadcaster, apologized for suggesting Toronto fans prefer hockey over baseball, upsetting many.
Blue Jays infielder Ernie Clement defended Toronto fans, highlighting their average attendance of 34,548 compared to Baltimore's 22,055.
The Blue Jays swept the Orioles with an 11-2 victory on Sunday.
Roberts hopes fans will accept his apology as Toronto leads the American League East.

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Brian Roberts, a Baltimore Orioles broadcaster, apologized for suggesting Toronto fans prefer hockey over baseball, upsetting many.
Blue Jays infielder Ernie Clement defended Toronto fans, highlighting their average attendance of 34,548 compared to Baltimore's 22,055.
The Blue Jays swept the Orioles with an 11-2 victory on Sunday.
Roberts hopes fans will accept his apology as Toronto leads the American League East.