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Kevin Pillar Apologizes to Jason Motte After Yelling at Him During Loss

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Kevin Pillar apologized publicly to Atlanta Braves pitcher Jason Motte on Wednesday after yelling at him due to a perceived quick pitch.

According to Mark Townsend of Yahoo Sports, Pillar appeared to yell a gay slur at Motte after he struck him out in the seventh inning.

Per MLB.com's Gregor Chisholm, Pillar was remorseful with regard to the incident:

"Yeah, I mean, obviously that was the initial thing I was upset about but I think it just stems from a little frustration in myself and just the way this series has been going.