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Michigan Baseball Player Apologizes for Controversial On-Field Celebration

Mitch Voit issued a public apology after mimicking cocaine use during a game, while the university has yet to announce any disciplinary action.

  • Mitch Voit, a junior infielder for the University of Michigan, celebrated a triple by pretending to snort chalk from the third baseline during a game against USC on March 16.
  • The act went viral on social media, drawing significant criticism and public attention to the incident.
  • Voit apologized on March 17, calling the gesture an 'immature decision' and stating it did not reflect his character or the values of the university.
  • On the same day as his apology, Voit was named Big Ten Player of the Week for his outstanding performance, including a .667 batting average over five games.
  • The University of Michigan has not announced any disciplinary measures, and the team is set to play Western Michigan next.
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