Yankees players criticize Red Sox broadcaster Will Flemming
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Last updated Sep 2, 2026

Several New York Yankees players publicly criticized Boston Red Sox announcer Will Flemming for his recent commentary regarding on-field conduct. The players labeled Flemming as unprofessional after he suggested that a team should throw at an opposing player during a broadcast. The criticism comes as players expressed frustration over the suggestion of intentional physical retaliation within the game. The Yankees roster questioned the intent behind the comments made by the Red Sox voice. This public rebuke highlights ongoing tensions between the broadcast booth and team personnel regarding game etiquette. Neither the Red Sox nor Major League Baseball have issued a formal response to the players' statements as of September 1, 2026.
- •Yankees players publicly addressed comments made by Will Flemming.
- •Flemming serves as a broadcaster for the Red Sox.
- •Players labeled the suggestion to throw at an opponent as unprofessional.
- •The criticism focuses on rhetoric regarding intentional beanball incidents.
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"Several New York Yankees are taking exception to comments made by Boston Red Sox radio announcer Will Flemming during a weekend series between the rivals. Jazz Chisholm Jr. was among the players who called out Flemming on Monday after the WEEI radio announcer called the second baseman a “bush league player” for stealing two bases with the Yankees leading 7-1 in the eighth inning of Sunday's series finale. Chisholm and several teammates also called out Flemming for suggesting Red Sox pitcher Jovani Moran retaliate by beaning Yankees catcher Austin Wells.
"WEEI broadcaster Will Flemming took aim at Jazz Chisholm Jr. during the New York Yankees‘ win over the Boston Red Sox on Sunday. On Monday, Chisholm punched back. The Yankees infielder responded to Flemming’s complaints Sunday that Chisholm played “bush league” and was “padding his stats” during the eighth inning of New York’s 16-1 win […] The post Jazz Chisholm Jr. Fires Back at Red Sox Broadcaster Over ‘Bush-League’ Criticism appeared first on HEAVY.
"Boston Red Sox radio announcer Will Flemming apologized on Monday for his comments over the weekend about Jazz Chisholm Jr. The New York Yankees’ second baseman doesn’t appear to have accepted it. Flemming referred to Chisholm as a “bush league player” who “plays the game the wrong way” after he stole two bases in a…
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 2, 2026, 10:53 AMBoston Red Sox announcer calling Jazz Chisholm a ‘Bush League Player’ has NY Yankees fans furious
Prominent Boston Red Sox announcer Will Flemming was not a fan of Jazz Chisholm’s antics, and used some harsh words to describe the player. Even after all these years, the rivalry between the Red Sox and the Yankees is as heated as ever.
- Yahoo SportsSep 2, 2026, 1:30 AMJazz Chisholm Jr. not interested in Will Flemming’s apology: ‘I’m still not going to remember who he is after today’
Boston Red Sox radio announcer Will Flemming apologized on Monday for his comments over the weekend about Jazz Chisholm Jr. The New York Yankees’ second baseman doesn’t appear to have accepted it. Flemming referred to Chisholm as a “bush league player” who “plays the game the wrong way” after he stole two bases in a…
- Yahoo SportsSep 1, 2026, 7:09 PMJazz Chisholm Jr. criticized Red Sox announcer for disrespectful on-air meltdown
The Yankees second baseman had every reason to be upset with Will Flemming.
- Yahoo SportsSep 1, 2026, 3:23 PMYankees' Jazz Chisholm Jr. Does Not Care For Direct Apology From Will Flemming
New York Yankees Jazz Chisholm Jr. does not care for an apology from Will Flemming
- Yahoo SportsSep 1, 2026, 1:36 PMYankees' Jazz Chisholm Jr. Blasts Red Sox Broadcaster Despite Apology For Comments: 'Unprofessional'
Jazz Chisholm Jr. spoke on Will Flemming's comments during the New York Yankees 16-1 on Sunday
- Yahoo SportsSep 1, 2026, 11:18 AMBroadcaster forced to apologise over Jazz Chisholm Jr. comments after Yankees win over Red Sox
Boston radio broadcaster Will Flemming has been forced to apologise after his outburst towards New York Yankees infielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. The Yankees ended their series against the Boston Red Sox with a resounding 16-1 victory over the weekend.
- Yahoo SportsSep 1, 2026, 10:23 AM“Stay Out Of That” – Aaron Judge Goes Off On Red Sox Broadcaster After Incendiary Comments About Jazz Chisholm Jr. & Austin Wells
Will Flemming, the Red Sox play-by-play announcer for WEEI radio, faced considerable scrutiny from Yankees fans for his comments during Sunday’s series finale. Among those criticizing him were Yankees captain Aaron Judge.
- Yahoo SportsSep 1, 2026, 5:58 AMJazz Chisholm Jr. Fires Back at Red Sox Broadcaster Over ‘Bush-League’ Criticism
WEEI broadcaster Will Flemming took aim at Jazz Chisholm Jr. during the New York Yankees‘ win over the Boston Red Sox on Sunday. On Monday, Chisholm punched back. The Yankees infielder responded to Flemming’s complaints Sunday that Chisholm played “bush league” and was “padding his stats” during the eighth inning of New York’s 16-1 win […] The post Jazz Chisholm Jr. Fires Back at Red Sox Broadcaster Over ‘Bush-League’ Criticism appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsSep 1, 2026, 4:53 AMYankees call out Red Sox radio voice for suggesting beaning for late stolen bases
Several New York Yankees are taking exception to comments made by Boston Red Sox radio announcer Will Flemming during a weekend series between the rivals. Jazz Chisholm Jr. was among the players who called out Flemming on Monday after the WEEI radio announcer called the second baseman a “bush league player” for stealing two bases with the Yankees leading 7-1 in the eighth inning of Sunday's series finale. Chisholm and several teammates also called out Flemming for suggesting Red Sox pitcher Jovani Moran retaliate by beaning Yankees catcher Austin Wells.
- ESPNSep 1, 2026, 4:25 AMYanks fire back at 'unprofessional' Red Sox voice
Several Yankees players went out of their way to openly criticize Red Sox voice Will Flemming, calling him "unprofessional" and questioning why he would suggest a team throw at an opposing player.
- Bleacher ReportSep 1, 2026, 4:05 AMJazz Chisholm Jr. Responds to Red Sox Broadcaster's Comments, 'Not Going to Remember Who He Is' - Bleacher Report
Jazz Chisholm Jr. is paying no mind to the comments from a Boston Red Sox broadcaster who called the New York Yankees star a "bush league player."
- New York Daily NewsAug 31, 2026, 7:58 PMJazz Chisholm Jr., Yankees clap back at Red Sox broadcaster's 'terrible' remarks: 'People show who they are' - New York Daily News
WEEI’s Will Flemming repeatedly went after Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr.
- Bleacher ReportAug 31, 2026, 4:07 PMRed Sox Broadcaster Blasts Jazz Chisholm Jr. as 'Bush League,' Wonders If SP Should Hit Yankees Star - bleacherreport.com
A Boston Red Sox radio play-by-play announcer crossed the line in his criticism of New York Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. during Sunday's 16-1 loss.
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