John Rocker Sparks Controversy with Derogatory Comments About Uber Drivers
Former MLB pitcher John Rocker has found himself in hot water once again after making derogatory remarks about Uber drivers in a recent social media post. The former closer for the Atlanta Braves is no stranger to controversy, and his latest comments have certainly raised eyebrows.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Rocker expressed that there should be an “American Citizen Driver” option on the popular ride-sharing app. He stated, “I don’t want to be driven by someone who was riding a camel 12 months ago.” This comment has drawn significant criticism and is among many brash statements Rocker has made over the years.
This isn’t the first time Rocker has faced backlash for his remarks. Back in 1999, he famously declared that he would never play for the New York Yankees or Mets, citing his discomfort with the diverse crowd he might encounter on the subway. He infamously said, “You can walk an entire block in Times Square and not hear anybody speaking English.”
Throughout his career, Rocker has been no stranger to controversy. His last professional team was the Long Island Ducks in the independent Atlantic League, and he faced a 28-game suspension in 2000 due to some of his controversial comments.
Recently, Rocker also made headlines for criticizing Bad Bunny’s halftime performance at the Super Bowl, referring to the artist as a "crossdressing singer who hardly speaks English."
During his MLB career, Rocker played for the Atlanta Braves, Cleveland Indians, Texas Rangers, and Tampa Bay Devil Rays, achieving a total of 88 saves and a 3.42 ERA. His standout season was in 1999, when he became a dominant closer for the Braves, striking out 104 batters in 72.1 innings and posting an impressive 2.49 ERA.
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