Mike Francesa, a well-known sports commentator, expressed his frustration in a recent critique of the New York Mets.
His criticism was directed at the team for inviting viral star Hailey Welch to throw out the first pitch.
The viral moment of Hawk Tuah Girl
Welch’s rise to fame began with a viral interview in which she humorously described a sexual act.
The clip, posted by Tim & Dee TV on June 11, quickly went viral, showing Haliey’s interview
The YouTuber asked her: “What’s one move in bed that makes a man go crazy every time?”
Hailey confidently shared her provocative answer to what makes men ‘crazy’ in bed: “You gotta give ’em that ‘hawk tuah’ and spit on that thing!”
With just her answer, Hailey Welch became famous overnight. This unexpected moment catapulted her into the spotlight, earning her the moniker “Hawk Tuah Girl..
The “Hawk Tuah” girl was featured before the game against the Oakland Athletics on Thursday.
Francesa’s remarks highlight fan discontent with the Mets’ decision to feature Welch.
Many are questioning the appropriateness of her involvement during a family-friendly event.
Hailey Welch’s internet fame led to her being invited to throw the ceremonial first pitch at Citi Field.
Clad in a Mets jersey, Welch stepped onto the field. She was accompanied by a friend who caught the ball, marking yet another chapter in her unexpected rise to fame.
The decision to have Welch participate in the game sparked significant criticism. Francesa, in particular, voiced his concerns on his podcast.
Francesa’s perspective
Francesa, often referred to as the “Sports Pope,” expressed his displeasure with the Mets’ performance. He also noticed that their 7-6 loss after leading 5-0. He also criticized the decision to involve Welch in the game’s marketing.
“What in the world would possess the Mets to bring her in to throw out the first ball?” Francesa asked.
He went on to criticize the team’s marketing strategy, implying that whoever made the decision should be reconsidering their approach.
Francesa’s frustration was palpable as he questioned the logic behind glorifying Welch’s fleeting fame. He particularly criticized the decision in the context of an event meant for families.
Francesa wasn’t alone in his criticism.
WFAN’s Sal Licata echoed similar sentiments, further fueling the debate over whether the Mets made the right choice.
The decision to feature Welch received polarized opinions.
Many fans expressed their disappointment on social media.
In response to the backlash, Welch took to social media to clarify her appearance at Citi Field.
She explained that her presence was primarily to support America’s Vet Dogs. This charity is dedicated to placing service animals with military veterans and first responders.
Welch’s involvement with the charity added a layer of complexity to the situation. This prompted some people to reconsider their initial reactions.
She wrote: So I guess some of the baseball community wasn’t too happy to see me yesterday.
The main reason I went to the game was to spread awareness and donate to America’s vet dogs which pairs dogs with war veterans for a forever home ♾
Join me in donating to this amazing charity. I miss ya already Buddy