Buster Posey shuns questions about Giants' Pride Night cap controversy

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- Major League Baseball and the San Francisco Giants are facing mounting pressure following backlash over three players writing Bible verses on special Pride Night caps.

During a press conference, Giants President Buster Posey declined to address the controversy in detail, saying the organization would focus on baseball and refusing to take questions on the issue.

MLB has said players are not allowed to alter their uniforms. The decision has prompted the Justice Department to examine whether the policy could amount to religious discrimination.

On Monday, MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred placed responsibility on the Giants organization, citing a lack of clear communication with players.

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A celebration of Pride Month at Oracle Park at has sparked controversy after several SF Giants pitchers altered their caps with biblical references.

"Unfortunately, this year the Giants communication with players was inadequate and not clear. Some players apparently did not understand that they had the option to wear their normal uniform and elected to add messages to their hats bearing the pride logo as a result," Manfred said.

Cyd Zeigler, co-founder of the publication Outsports, said MLB's response so far has been appropriate.

"Major League Baseball a week ago told Outsports that they are not doing anything beyond a warning for this and that's appropriate. You can't have players just writing messages on their professional uniforms. MLB's taken the step they should - a warning and the players shouldn't do it again," Zeigler said.

With San Francisco Pride events approaching, Zeigler said the Giants should take additional steps to address the controversy.

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"The first thing you've got to do, is say 'I'm sorry' and acknowledge the mistake and what you did that you regret and get back into the community. People want to love the San Francisco Giants and San Francisco in our community," he said.

Fans are also weighing in, with some calling on the team to repair its relationship with supporters.

"I feel like if the Giants players should make it right with fans and get the fan base back because a lot of people identify and just for them to feel more comfortable they should address it," said Emiliano Rios, a Giants and A's fan.

A protest was held outside Oracle Park ahead of the Giants' game Monday night, with LGBTQ groups and organizations gathering to voice their concerns.