David Ortiz sparked a wave of online criticism following an interview in which his remarks about Yankees prospect Cam Schlittler were widely deemed awkward and poorly timed. The former Red Sox slugger appeared to underestimate Schlittler’s abilities,making several comments that fans and analysts labeled as dismissive. Ortiz’s intent was reportedly to highlight the young player’s development stage, but the delivery raised eyebrows, especially among Yankees supporters eager to see their rising talent acknowledged positively.

Social media quickly amplified the reaction, with users dissecting Ortiz’s statements and expressing disappointment. Among the critiques were concerns about:

  • Lack of respect for the potential of an emerging star
  • Inappropriate tone coming from a seasoned baseball veteran
  • Missed opportunity to encourage young players during a critical phase

The…