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Reds' Caleb Ferguson apologizes for his outburst toward umpire Bill Miller that went viral
Summary by The McAllen Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by ANDREW DESTIN, Associated Press , ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· July 21, 2026
· 1 min read
SEATTLE (AP) — One day after Caleb Ferguson was caught on camera yelling at umpire Bill Miller and appearing to use profanity, the Cincinnati Reds lefty apologized. Before Tuesday night’s game against the Seattle Mariners, Ferguson said it was “unprofessional” for him to express his frustrations ...
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Key takeaway Before Tuesday night’s game against the Seattle Mariners, Ferguson said it was “unprofessional” for him to express his frustrations toward Miller the way he did.
Why this matters in The McAllen
For McAllen residents who follow baseball, the incident involving Caleb Ferguson and umpire Bill Miller may have sparked a conversation about sportsmanship and player conduct. While the outburst occurred far from the Rio Grande Valley, the fact that it made local headlines via ValleyCentral suggests that fans in the area are invested in the sport and its personalities. The Cincinnati Reds have a following in Texas, and some McAllen residents may have been watching the game or seen the viral clip. Ferguson's apology is a reminder that professional athletes are held to a high standard, and their actions can have consequences beyond the playing field. As the baseball season continues, McAllen fans will be watching to see how Ferguson and the Reds perform, and whether this incident will have any lasting impact on the team's dynamics. The local sports community will likely be discussing this incident for some time.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 21, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports ·
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What is this story about? SEATTLE (AP) — One day after Caleb Ferguson was caught on camera yelling at umpire Bill Miller and appearing to use profanity, the Cincinnati Reds lefty apologized. Before Tuesday night’s game against the Seattle Mariners, Ferguson said it was “unprofessional” for him to express his frustrations ...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 21, 2026 by ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports and curated for The McAllen readers.
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