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Duran's suspension will begin with Monday's game against the Texas Rangers.
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August 3, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Boston Red Sox left fielder Jarren Duran (16) throws his bat after being grounded out to end the inning against the Texas Rangers in the eighth inning at Globe Life Field. (Jérôme Miron-USA TODAY Sports)
ESPN was the first to report the disciplinary action.
Duran made the remark as he stepped up to the plate in the sixth inning of Sunday's 10-2 loss to the Houston Astros. A fan yelled at him that he needed a tennis racket. The player responded, “Shut up,” followed by the insult.
He apologized in a statement after the match.
“During tonight’s game, I used a truly horrible word in response to a fan,” Duran said. “I feel terrible knowing how many people I offended and disappointed. I apologize to the entire Red Sox organization, but especially to the entire LGBTQ community.”
August 2, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Boston Red Sox center fielder Jarren Duran (16) steals second base ahead of the tag of Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager (5) during the eighth inning at Globe Life Field. (Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports)
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“Our young fans are supposed to be able to look up to me as a role model, but tonight I failed to live up to that responsibility.”
He apologized in a statement after the match.
“During tonight’s game, I used a truly horrible word in response to a fan,” Duran said. “I feel terrible knowing how many people I offended and disappointed. I apologize to the entire Red Sox organization, but especially to the entire LGBTQ community.”
“Our young fans are supposed to be able to look up to me as a role model, but tonight I failed to live up to that responsibility.”
Manager Alex Cora #13 of the Boston Red Sox reacts with Jarren Duran #16 of the Boston Red Sox as he receives the Heart & Hustle Award before a game against the Houston Astros on August 11, 2024 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Maddie Malhotra/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images)
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Duran was named to the All-Star Game for the first time this season. As of Monday, he led the major leagues with 36 doubles and 13 triples. He was hitting .291 with 14 home runs.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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