On Wednesday, the Red Sox issued a statement in response to multiple interviews from former outfielder Torii Hunter in which he explained the level of racism he had encountered at Fenway Park during his career.
“Torii Hunter’s experience is real,” the Red Sox affirmed. “If you doubt him because you’ve never heard it yourself, take it from us, it happens.”
The team acknowledged seven reported cases of fans using racial slurs during the 2019 season.
“True change starts from within, and as we identify how we can do better, please know we are listening,” the team statement said in conclusion.