MLB star Aroldis Chapman found himself at the center of controversy this week after sharing a perplexing video on his Instagram story.
In the clip, the Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher is seen sitting closely with an older woman who bears a resemblance to his mother, Maria Caridad De La Cruz.
Throughout the video, Chapman, sporting a wide grin, is notably touchy, placing his hand on the woman’s chest while she pats his back. Despite an apparent attempt by the woman to remove his hand, Chapman persists in his behavior.
Reactions swiftly came pouring in on the uncomfortable video:
Following the video’s circulation, Chapman quickly became a trending topic, with many expressing shock and disapproval over the footage. Although the clip has since been removed from Chapman’s page, he has yet to address the backlash.
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In January, Chapman secured a one-year contract worth $10.5 million with the Pittsburgh Pirates, marking his move after playing for the Royals and Rangers in the 2023 season.
Given the public scrutiny, Chapman may face comments from fans in the stands regarding the controversial video.
