Regarding pitcher Trevor Bauer, who became a free agent from the Yokohama DeNA BayStars, a man who served in the U.S. Navy was sentenced to prison for negligent driving resulting in death or injury in Japan, but was released on parole in the United States, where he was transferred. Some media reported that the comment “Welcome back” on social media caused controversy.
On January 21, 2024, pitcher Bauer apologized in the comments section of a previously posted YouTube video, saying, “I never intended to cause any pain to the Japanese people or the families who lost their loved ones.”
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Pitcher Trevor Bauer (Photo: AP/Afro)
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From the comments section of a video published on December 29, 2023 on the YouTube channel “Trevor Bauer”
“Disappointed” “The worst human being”
According to media reports, the accident started in May 2021 when a car crashed into a parking lot in Fujinomiya, Shizuoka, killing two people. The driver of the vehicle, US Navy inmate Ridge Arconis, was sentenced to three years in prison for negligent driving resulting in death and bodily injury, and was admitted to the facility in July 2022.
Regarding the inmates, some members of the U.S. Congress were said to have called for them to be transferred to their home countries as unfair detention, and after being transferred to a U.S. prison in December 2023, they were released on parole on January 12, 2024, according to local sources. The media reported.
On the same day, an Instagram account (@bringridgehome) that campaigned for the inmate’s transfer posted a photo of the inmate being reunited with his family while reporting his parole, and pitcher Bauer shouted, “Welcome home Ridge!” he commented.
On X (formerly Twitter), criticism spread, with comments such as “I’m disappointed in this and even feel angry,” “It’s the worst and unthinkable of a human being,” and “Two Japanese people have died.” As of noon on the 22nd, pitcher Bauer’s comment could not be confirmed and appears to have been deleted.
“I was asked to help brighten up the children as much as possible.”
Bauer apologized in the comments section of a video posted in December 2023. He explained in English that he had a friend help him with the translation, and said, “I understand why the Japanese people were hurt.The accident that occurred was a terrible tragedy, and my heart goes out to the Japanese people who lost their lives.” My thoughts are with their families. They are innocent victims,” he said in Japanese.
He continued, “Several years ago, I was asked to help bring some light to Ridge’s children who were saddened by the sudden loss of their father. They were Dodgers fans, and at that time I made a video. I sent it to you,” confessing their relationship.
“Media coverage of this incident and subsequent events seems to differ greatly between Japan and the United States, but I understand that my comments may have come across as insensitive.” , I simply put myself in the shoes of children who miss their father,” he explained.
Bauer apologized, saying, “I never intended to cause any pain to the Japanese people or to the families who lost loved ones.I deeply apologize.”He added, “I had a wonderful time in Japan. I love you with all my heart,” he concluded.
Regarding the apology, X said, “Isn’t this the perfect time to let things go? It says that Bauer had his own background and made that comment,” and “Bauer didn’t cause the accident. You’re doing the right thing, let’s stop bashing you so much.” On the other hand, “I don’t think it’s okay to apologize.The problem is that you weren’t able to judge right from wrong by yourself.” “If you’re going to apologize, you should comment.” Pros and cons are divided, with some saying, “It would be better to make it a video instead of a column.”
2024-01-22 11:41:51
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