The Donald Trump administration is one of the most controversial administrations in the world. That has been even more evident since he re-took office in January. There have been increasing tensions between the United States and Canada due to the Tariffs that Trump is imposing.
Now international fans are even getting punished for speaking out against Trump.
Donald Trump Sees Fan Ejected From Game After Wearing Anti-Trump Hat
During the season opener against the Baltimore Orioles at the Rogers Centre on Thursday, a Toronto Blue Jays fan wore a hat with a stern message to the president:
Ontario Premier Doug Ford says he’s proud of a Toronto Blue Jays fan who was ejected from the Rogers Centre for wearing a “Canada is not for sale” hat.
Dan Begley, 70, was removed from the stadium Thursday night during the home opener after an usher told him the slogan on his red ballcap violated a rule against “political statements.” The Blue Jays organization has since apologized, calling it a mistake.
In a voicemail obtained by CTV News Toronto, Ford told Begley to stand firm and offered his support.
“Hi Dan, it’s Doug Ford calling,” the premier said in a recorded message to Begley. “I heard about your story, and you just wear that hat. Be a proud Canadian.”
“I’m so proud of you. Never take that off,” he continued. “Anyone gives you a problem, you give me a call directly.”
Begley, a longtime Jays fan, said he “felt like a criminal” for supporting his country.
“I like the saying, and I feel like more people should stand up for Canada and be more aware,” he told CP24.com.
Begley said he wore a Blue Jays hoodie along with the red baseball cap and was inside the stadium for more than an hour before being approached by staff. A bartender had even complimented the hat when serving him a beer.
‘A mistake’ Blue Jays walk back their decision
The Toronto Blue Jays have since apologized.
“Our staff made a mistake, and we have addressed the issue to ensure it does not happen again,” spokesperson Andrea Goldstein previously wrote in an email to CP24.
Many fans were quick to react to this news:
This is odd when you consider the fact that the Rogers family, who own the Blue Jays baseball club, are Trump supporters.
— RICK CORDEIRO 🇨🇦 🍁 ✌️ 🕊 (@CordeiroRick) March 29, 2025
“Be a proud Canadian” — We are settlers on stollen land, remember? 🙄
— Happy Snorkel (@HappySnorkel) March 28, 2025
It’s rediculous discrimination no matter what the hat said.
— TheMapleTruth (@CynFarmGirl) March 29, 2025
That staff member who ejected the man is sure enjoying his unemployment life
— Jonni Martinez (@iJonniM) March 28, 2025
