Reds pitcher Ferguson apologizes for cursing at umpire

Cincinnati Reds relief pitcher Caleb Ferguson has publicly apologized for his unprofessional conduct after being caught on video using profanity towards umpire Bill Miller during a game against the Seattle Mariners. The incident occurred in the seventh inning with runners on base when a ground ball resulted in a lucky hit for the batter after the second baseman was obstructed by the umpire.

Ferguson was heard on the viral video clip saying, "Fucking fatass, get out of the way. Fat motherfucker." The pitcher, who has been with the team for a significant period, expressed regret for his actions, stating that such outbursts are not typical of his behavior on the field. He acknowledged that he would take full responsibility for his words and actions.

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Fucking fatass, get out of the way. Fat motherfucker

"I've been in this sport for so long, I don't think you can find videos of me acting like this towards an umpire," Ferguson said before the Reds' game against the Mariners. "I'll own this. I'll definitely go to Bill and get this handled. I showed a very unprofessional side, and I'll do better moving forward."

The Reds ultimately lost the game to the Mariners 8-0, with their offense stifled by pitcher George Kirby and a grand slam from catcher Cal Raleigh.

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I've been in this sport for so long, I don't think you can find videos of me acting like this towards an umpire. I'll own this. I'll definitely go to Bill and get this handled. I showed a very unprofessional side, and I'll do better moving forward.