New York Mets: Jordan Yamamoto calls out Twitter trolls

Jordan Yamamoto did not have the greatest of outings on Sunday. The New York Mets pitcher allowed five runs, four earned, on six hits and two walks, striking out two batters in a 5-1 loss. It is understandable that he would hear from Twitter trolls about his performance, and that they would have quite a bit to say about his outing.

Instead, Mets fans on Twitter went after Yamamoto’s wife, leading to his making a statement on the platform.

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He certainly makes a valid point. Their families are not the ones out there making plays or throwing the ball. As much as no one wants to deal with those trolls, it is at least understandable if they go after the players themselves.

Instead, these keyboard warriors are going after the easier targets. Attacking the wives and family of the players is a lot easier than going after those on the diamond, especially as these people tend to focus on the targets that cannot fight back.

Naturally, Yamamoto received some backlash for his post. He was called ‘soft’ and told he should request a trade since that is the way it goes in New York. However, for the most part, he was able to receive a positive reaction, which was especially the case when he put a spotlight on those who stuck up for his wife in those comments.

Social media can be a great place. It is a way to interact with players and see what goes on in their lives. But it is also a place where anonymous people feel they can take shots at others without any repercussions. Such is the case with those trolls and Yamamoto.

Jordan Yamamoto had to call out a segment of New York Mets fans on Twitter. While they may be displeased with his performance, there is no reason to attack his family.