Jim Palmer, a Hall of Fame pitcher and longtime Orioles broadcaster, criticized Ortiz via Twitter after the slugger was tossed for arguing a check-swing strike call in Sunday’s game at Fenway Park. Ortiz was informed of Palmer’s criticism after the Boston Red Sox’s 7-1, rain-shortened win Monday, and the designated hitter voiced his displeasure.
“That’s how he wants to get respect from us? Is that how he wants me to respect him? It’s not going to happen,” Ortiz said rather angrily at his locker.
Ortiz was ejected Sunday by home plate umpire John Tumpane, who filled in for an injured Paul Emmel, after disagreeing with a pair of calls made by third base umpire Jerry Meals.