Why Reds' Dane Myers 'surprised' by Tommy Pham's social media attack
"I know when I'm older if I see a younger Black guy, especially, playing the game hard, I (won't) call him out in public," Reds CF Dane Myers said.
Phoenix – Dane Myers has met Tommy Pham on a few occasions in recent years, admiring his play and even seeing a shared background. That's why Pham's social media criticism of Myers over the weekend was "surprising" to him, as a former Red and 13-year MLB veteran. Myers, who's currently injured, was hit with criticism over an error that cost the Reds the third out and the game in their most recent homestand.
He called the play and had authority on the call, but Pham argued Myers tried to pad his defensive stats. Myers downplayed the incident, stating he only worries about what's in the clubhouse and not Pham's online comments. The exchange became a viral topic on baseball social media, with Myers defending himself by pointing out they both grew up in similar circumstances.
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