MLB and White Sox Ban Fan for Taunting Ketel Marte Over Late Mother’s Death

A fan at a baseball game has been indefinitely banned by the Chicago White Sox and Major League Baseball (MLB) after making a disrespectful comment about the deceased mother of Arizona Diamondbacks player, Ketel Marte. This incident occurred during a White Sox home game in Chicago on Tuesday, causing Marte to become visibly emotional on the field. Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo stepped in to comfort him. Ketel Marte’s mother tragically passed away in a car accident in 2017.

During the game, a fan made an inappropriate remark about her, which was reported by MLB.com. The young man, who is 22 years old, was promptly ejected from the ballpark by the White Sox. According to a team spokesperson, he expressed regret and remorse for his actions, acknowledging that his comment was unacceptable. In the wake of this incident, the White Sox took a stand to support Marte.

During the subsequent game, they displayed messages on digital boards that read, “Baseball is family” and “the White Sox community supports Ketel Marte.” This gesture highlighted the solidarity within the baseball community and aimed to provide comfort to Marte during a difficult time. While the fan’s actions were condemned, the response from the White Sox and the broader MLB community demonstrated a commitment to promoting respect and empathy within the sport.