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Detroit Tigers act swiftly firing Chris Bosio, which sends a strong message

Detroit Tigers announced Wednesday, June 27, 2018 the team has fired pitching coach Chris Bosio for insensitive comments. Wochit

Tigers general manager Al Avila acted quickly and decisively, while sending a strong message: The Tigers have no tolerance for insensitive language.

Avila fired pitching coach Chris Bosio on Wednesday for “insensitive remarks” directed toward a team employee, violating team policy and his contract.

“We have zero tolerance,” Avila said on Wednesday afternoon, while making an announcement that rocked the organization. “Nobody likes to fire anybody, but sometimes you have no choice.