Cubs’ Ross apologizes to Pirates skip for remarks
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Associated Press
Sep 23, 2023, 04:08 PM ET
CHICAGO —
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“I texted Shelton last night, like, ‘Hey, just frustrated after a game,'” Ross told reporters before Saturday’s game against Colorado. “I’ve got a ton of respect for every team we play, not just Pittsburgh. Every team can win. I thought I corrected myself within the context of talking to you guys.”
Chicago went 10-3 against Pittsburgh this season, outscoring the Pirates 101-49. Ross said he was talking more about how his team had played against Pittsburgh this year.
“I think Derek and that crew over there has done a really nice job,” Ross said. “Part of this job, you’re not always going to be perfect in these meetings and sometimes after a game, postgame, you’re going to say things that probably don’t come out the right way.”