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Taubman, 34, a Syosset High School graduate, allegedly turned to the three and shouted “Thank God we got (reliever Roberto) Osuna! I’m so (expletive) glad we got Osuna!”
Osuna was accused and suspended for alleged domestic violence earlier this season before the Astros made a much-maligned move to pick him up. Taubman’s outburst ironically came after Osuna had blown a save earlier in the game before his team picked him up to claim victory.
The incident was initially reported by Sports Illustrated on Monday, Oct. 21, the day before the Astros started the World Series against the Washington Nationals.
"During the past two days, the Astros pro-actively assisted Major League Baseball in interviewing Astros employees as part of MLB’s investigation of the events published in the recent Sports Illustrated article.," the Astros said on Thursday afternoon, Oct. 24, in announcing the firing. "Major League Baseball also separately interviewed members of the media over the past 24 hours.
"Our initial investigation led us to believe that Brandon Taubman’s inappropriate comments were not directed toward any reporter. We were wrong. ... Our initial belief was based on witness statements about the incident. Subsequent interviews have revealed that Taubman’s inappropriate comments were, in fact, directed toward one or more reporters. Accordingly, we have terminated Brandon Taubman’s employment with the Houston Astros. His conduct does not reflect the values of our organization and we believe this is the most appropriate course of action."
The backlash from the incident eventually led to Taubman issuing a statement through the Astros.
“This past Saturday, during our clubhouse celebration, I used inappropriate language for which I am deeply sorry and embarrassed. In retrospect, I realize that my comments were unprofessional and inappropriate. My overexuberance in support of a player has been misinterpreted as a demonstration of a regressive attitude about an important social issue. Those that know me know that I am a progressive and charitable member of the community, and a loving and committed husband and father.”
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