Tigers’ Collins flips bird at booing fans after error

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DETROIT — Tyler Collins made a misplay in the outfield, but was guilty of an even bigger mistake immediately afterward, flipping off the jeering crowd at Comerica Park during the sixth inning of the Detroit Tigers’ 7-3 win over the Oakland Athletics on Monday night.

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The sparkling efforts by Jordan Zimmermann and Miguel Cabrera were overshadowed by Tyler Collins’ gesture at fans who booed him following a misplay.

The 25-year-old outfielder lost Marcus Semien’s fly ball in the lights and was roundly booed for his efforts, as well as the resulting error credited to left fielder Justin Upton when the ball dropped for a double. Collins responded by waving a one-finger gesture toward the restless crowd, inciting the home fans’ anger even further.

After the game, he apologized profusely for his mistake in judgment and said that hearing the boos at such a frustrating time, from the home crowd, hurt.

“To hear boos after that play hit a trigger inside of me and I lashed out, completely inappropriately,” Collins said. “I’m absolutely embarrassed, and I’m very sorry to everyone in Detroit.”

Collins went on to profess his commitment to the team, organization and the city he represents.

“I just wanted you guys to understand that I love this …

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