Baseball fans have differing opinions on players being mic'd up for TV interviews while in the field. Some like the access and insight provided, and it's an opportunity to see the players' personalities. However, others worry that talking to the broadcast team while playing defense could be a significant distraction.
Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Kiké Hernández realized those concerns during Friday's matchup with the New York Yankees on a play in the second inning. Hernández had a microphone and earpiece in while talking to Wayne Randazzo and Dontrelle Willis on the Apple TV+ broadcast.