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Giants Pitchers Inscribe Bible Verses on Pride Night Caps
6/14/2026, 6:16:02 AM
Core Event
On June 13, 2026, the San Francisco Giants held Pride Night at Oracle Park. Starting pitcher Landen Roupp and relievers JT Brubaker and Ryan Walker wrote Genesis 9 passages on the team’s rainbow caps; Sam Hentges wore a standard cap. The Giants lost 5-1 to the Chicago Cubs, with Roupp allowing four earned runs in 4 2/3 innings.
Background & Context
The Giants have hosted Pride Night annually since a 1994 “Until There’s a Cure” event, and similar biblical inscriptions have appeared on other MLB teams’ Pride apparel.
Key Figures & Groups
- Landen Roupp – starting pitcher, cap inscription.
- JT Brubaker – reliever, cap inscription.
- Ryan Walker – reliever, smaller inscription.
- Sam Hentges – reliever, wore regular cap.
- Tony Vitello – Giants manager.
Data & Statistics
The verses cited were Genesis 9:12-16 (some reports list 9:13-15). Three pitchers displayed scriptural text. Roupp’s line lasted 4 2/3 innings, yielding four earned runs on four hits. Final score: Giants 1, Cubs 5.
Official Statements & Responses
Roupp said the inscription reflected “God’s covenant and a promise” and thanked the country for allowing “the freedom to believe what we want … and express what we want.” Manager Vitello described the team’s stance as “general knowledge of the individuals that have the freedom to do what they think is best.”
Criticism & Opposition
The New York Times argued the caps turned Pride Night into an “us versus them” moment, missing its inclusive purpose. The McCovey Chronicles labeled the actions “bigoted.” Fox News portrayed the inscriptions as “courageous” defiance of an “LGBTQ agenda,” citing supportive social-media comments.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
Sources disagree on the exact biblical passage (9:12-16 vs. 9:13-15) and on whether Walker’s cap bore a verse, leading to inconsistent counts of participating pitchers. No MLB statement on the incident has been reported.
Verbatim Quotes
- “I’m thankful we live in a country where, you know, we have the freedom to believe what we want … and express what we want.” — Landen Roupp, Giants pitcher
- “There's no hate at all. It’s just what I stand for, and what I stand in. I believe in God.” — Landen Roupp
- “WELL DONE, Roupp. We need more Christians with his courage.” — X user, supporter
- “If anyone is looking to make the world better, they might try listening and understanding.” — New York Times commentary
