Guardians Apologize For Nasty Jarren Duran Taunts From Fan, MLB Fans Furiously React To 'Foul' Behavior

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One baseball fan's taunts at Progressive Field targeting Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran were so foul that the Cleveland Guardians had to issue an apology.

In the seventh inning of Sunday's game in Cleveland, Duran engaged in a heated exchange with a Guardians fan, approaching the field-level seats to bark back.

CLEVELAND, OHIO - APRIL 27: Jarren Duran #16 of the Boston Red Sox yells at fan during the seventh inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field on April 27, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Nick Cammett/Getty Images)

The fan's taunts reportedly referenced a 2022 incident in which Duran attempted to take his life with a rifle. According to the broadcast, the fan promptly left his seat after the confrontation. 

Red Sox coaches and officials were seen trying to de-escalate matters with Duran on the field.

Duran reacted after the game, "I’m just happy the security handled it and the umpires were aware of it… I have a good support staff around me. Teammates, coaches, and fans that were supporting me, so that was awesome."

The Guardians condemned the fan's behavior. 

Cleveland released a statement after the game addressing the incident:

"We are aware of the situation that took place during today's game between a fan and one of the Red Sox players that violated our fan conduct policy.

"We recognize the gravity of the behavior at issue here and take very seriously conduct of this nature. We apologize to the Red Sox organization, the player involved, fans in the area and are addressing the situation.

"We have identified the fan in question and will work with Major League Baseball regarding next steps. We strive to provide the best experience to visiting players and fans, and that fell short today."

CLEVELAND, OHIO - APRIL 27: First base coach José David Flores #58 of the Boston Red Sox holds back Jarren Duran #16 as Duran yells at a fan during the seventh inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field on April 27, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Nick Cammett/Getty Images)

MLB fans were ticked off by the fan's nasty behavior aimed at Duran. 

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