The recent postgame show on Fox took a surprising turn when David Ortiz made a joke referencing Adolf Hitler. This occurred after the Yankees’ dramatic 9-6 victory over the Blue Jays in Game 3 of the American League Division Series (ALDS). Ortiz, along with fellow analysts Alex Rodriguez and Derek Jeter, discussed rookie pitcher Cam Schlittler’s name, leading to an unexpected comment from Ortiz.
David Ortiz’s Awkward Moment
As the discussion unfolded, Ortiz lightheartedly suggested that Schlittler’s name sounded like “Hitler,” causing laughter among the crew. Jeter quickly redirected the conversation, saying, “Alright, let’s go to a break, guys.” Kevin Burkhardt, the Fox broadcaster, humorously added that Ortiz should simply refer to the pitcher as “Cam” moving forward.
Game Details and Yankee Performance
The game itself was intense, with the Yankees starting strong but falling behind 6-1 in the third inning. The pitching woes continued, particularly with Carlos Rodon, who only managed seven outs. However, the Yankees’ bullpen proved effective, allowing the bats to recover.
- Venue: Yankee Stadium
- Next Game: Game 4 against the Blue Jays
- Pitcher for Yankees: Cam Schlittler
- Key Player: Aaron Judge, who hit a crucial three-run homer in the fourth inning
Rain Delays and Broadcast Highlights
The postgame show followed an extended pregame segment due to a rain delay in Detroit. This delay was significant enough that it caused Jeter to miss a parent-teacher conference. Despite the challenges, the crew received positive feedback for their engaging commentary throughout the evening.
As the Yankees look ahead, Schlittler will take the mound in the critical Game 4, facing a Toronto team expected to utilize a bullpen approach. Fans and analysts alike are hopeful for another thrilling matchup as the series continues.
