Mookie Betts deletes social media accounts amid struggles this season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 12:02 AM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Mookie Betts has deleted his social media accounts after facing online criticism for poor performance this season. The former Red Sox MVP, now with the Los Angeles Dodgers, is hitting.200 with six home runs and 16 RBIs in 24 games. Betts, a four-time World Series champion, acknowledged the negativity surrounding him and expressed the support of teammates and coaches. He has dealt with injuries and aims to improve as the season progresses.
- •Mookie Betts is hitting.200 this season with 24 games played.
- •Betts deleted his social media due to harsh criticism from fans.
- •He is an eight-time All-Star and former MVP.
- •Betts won his first World Series with the Red Sox in 2018.
- •He has contributed to three World Series wins with the Dodgers.
- 12:02 AMYahoo Sports — Former Red Sox MVP, World Series Champ Deletes Social Media Accounts
"One of the Boston Red Sox's best players in recent years has faced harsh criticism online after struggling at the plate this season.
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