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MLB Commish: Giants botched Pride Night cap guidance, leaving players unclear on opt-out
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· June 23, 2026
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Key takeaway The issue arose during the Giants' annual Pride Night earlier this month.
In a recent development, MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred addressed the handling of the San Francisco Giants' Pride Night. Manfred stated that the Giants did not adequately inform players about their options regarding the special caps worn during the event. The issue arose during the Giants' annual Pride Night earlier this month.
According to Manfred, players were not clearly told they could opt out of wearing the rainbow-themed caps. Further details on the matter are available from the source, including a letter from Manfred to a Missouri senator.
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Category: government Published: June 23, 2026 Source: NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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