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Rockies player Cole Carrigg benched after gesture towards Braves fans

Cole Carrigg of the Colorado Rockies was benched after he made an obscene gesture towards Braves fans during a game on August 30, 2026. Rockies manager Warren Schaeffer criticized the action, stating it was an embarrassment to the organization. Carrigg later apologized for his behavior, acknowledging it was inexcusable.

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Cole Carrigg of the Colorado Rockies was benched after he made an obscene gesture towards Braves fans during a game on August 30, 2026. Rockies manager Warren Schaeffer criticized the action, stating it was an embarrassment to the organization. Carrigg later apologized for his behavior, acknowledging it was inexcusable.

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Inflammatory language 3/100
Sentiment -20/100

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Original Headline

Rockies player benched after flipping off Braves fans, caught on video giving the bird

Neutral Headline

Rockies player Cole Carrigg benched after gesture towards Braves fans