Controversy over Minor League Baseball Team's Mascot Name

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
A minor league baseball team named their mascot Ozempig after a weight loss drug, receiving criticism for fat shaming. The team defended their choice, stating it was meant to be amusing and topical.

Key Points

  • Team faced backlash for naming mascot after weight loss drug
  • Fans upset over the backstory of the pig mascot
  • Organization decided to keep the controversial name despite criticism

Pros

  • Team's attempt to create a fun and topical mascot name

Cons

  • Criticism for potential fat shaming with the name Ozempig