Heartbreaking Threats: Carlos Rodon’s Wife Speaks Out Against Vicious Online Attacks
In a heartbreaking turn of events, Carlos Rodon’s wife, Ashley, has revealed the “disgusting” online threats the family has faced following the Yankees pitcher’s challenging outing in the ALDS. The left-hander’s struggles on the mound were compounded by a barrage of cruel messages targeting the couple and their children.
Rodon, enjoying a solid season with the Yankees, saw his slider desert him in the fourth inning of the ALDS game against Kansas City. The Yankees ultimately fell 4-2, and the aftermath on social media was nothing short of devastating.
According to Rodon, his wife Ashley posted screenshots from X (formerly known as Twitter) that showed anonymous users mocking the couple’s use of IVF and sending “unprintable messages” about their children. “People are pretty disgusting at times,” Rodon said, visibly shaken by the attacks on his family.
The news comes as a sobering reminder that even the best players are not immune to the vitriol that can spew forth from online platforms. Rodon emphasized that while he understands fans’ frustrations with the game, “we are human as well,” and “we’re not always perfect.”
“Let’s not forget this is just a game, and don’t threaten people’s families,” the pitcher pleaded, underscoring the need for greater compassion and sportsmanship, even in the heat of competition.
Rodon’s struggles on the mound were a far cry from his earlier dominance. The left-hander had started the game impressively, striking out four batters and retiring six of the first seven he faced. But the wheels quickly came off in the fourth inning, as a series of hittable sliders led to a four-run outburst by the Royals.
“I could’ve been better with those pitches,” Rodon acknowledged, clearly disappointed in his performance. “I wanted to be better than that.”
The Yankees had high hopes for Rodon, who had finished the regular season with a 2.20 ERA over his last five starts. His postseason debut was meant to continue that success, but instead, it became a painful experience for both the player and his family.
As the Yankees move forward in the playoffs, the team and its fans must reflect on the harsh realities their players and their loved ones face. The online threats directed at the Rodon family are a stark reminder that even the most outstanding athletes are not immune to the horror that can lurk in the digital world.