Former Blue Jays outfielder calls out NBC for analyst selection
NBC Sports has resumed live MLB broadcasts, opting for a rotation of analysts rather than permanent selections. Dexter Fowler and Matt Capps are set to analyze an upcoming game between the Toronto Blue Jays and Pittsburgh Pirates. Kevin Pillar criticized the choice of Fowler, suggesting that NBC should select someone with more direct experience with the Blue Jays.
- ▪NBC Sports has returned to live MLB broadcasts this year.
- ▪Dexter Fowler and Matt Capps will be the analysts for an upcoming game featuring the Toronto Blue Jays.
- ▪Kevin Pillar expressed his dissatisfaction with the choice of Fowler, advocating for someone with more direct experience with the team.
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