Marcelo Mayer criticized after Instagram post amid Red Sox struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 4:59 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Boston Red Sox infielder Marcelo Mayer faces backlash from podcaster Nick Face after posting a photo with his girlfriend on Instagram. The post followed Mayer’s hitless game against the Toronto Blue Jays, contributing to the Red Sox's 4-3 loss and series sweep. In response to Face's comments on Mayer's personal life, fans rallied in defense of the young player, questioning the relevance of his Instagram activity amid a tough season. Mayer's batting average for 2026 is.216 with four home runs in 64 games. The Red Sox currently sit at the bottom of the American League East with a record of 29-43 as of June 19.
- •Mayer posted the photo after a poor performance against the Blue Jays.
- •The Red Sox lost 4-3, marking a series sweep.
- •Mayer's batting average for 2026 is.216.
- •Boston is last in the American League East with a 29-43 record.
- 4:59 PMYahoo Sports — “Personal Life Is Separate” – Fans Defend Marcelo Mayer, Accuse Red Sox Podcaster of Instagram Policing 2B Amid Nightmare 2026
"Boston Red Sox’s Marcelo Mayer faced criticism from Red Sox podcaster Nick Face after the infielder posted a picture featuring his girlfriend on Instagram. However, baseball fans defended the infielder, criticizing Face for commenting on a player’s personal life.
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