During Game 2 of an NLDS showdown between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Arizona Diamondbacks, baseball enthusiasts couldn’t help but notice a distinct lack of enthusiasm from the renowned announcer, Bob Costas, when it came to supporting the underdog Diamondbacks.
While this is not much of a surprise, given the “ratings nightmare” that a team such as the Diamondbacks may bring to the MLB if they do advance, there were some points throughout the game where Costas seemed outright disgusted that Arizona held a lead.
This includes the final out, where Kolten Wong flew out to centerfield to give the Diamondbacks a 2-0 series lead.
What a lame call from Bob Costas. He sounds so despondent and annoyed. At least pretend to be unbiased. #Dbacks pic.twitter.com/trXnuIlbCz
— Alex D’Agostino (@AlexDagAZ) October 10, 2023
We drink your tears Bob Costas
— Joanna Cards Fan (@cardsfanjoanna) October 10, 2023
At least the reactions on social media were quite hilarious.
Bob Costas: pic.twitter.com/0G7guTrQ3K
— DC (@DCLion29) October 10, 2023
[Bob Costas voice] And somehow, someway, these pathetic losers lead the mighty, handsome Los Angeles Dodgers 4-2 as we enter the 8th inning.
— Scott Howard (@ScottHoward42) October 10, 2023
Bob Costas: The series shifts to Phoenix for game three on Wednesday, a city with such sweltering heat, it serves as a reminder that one day the sun will engulf the Earth, leading to extinction of all mankind.
Ron Darling: I'm surprised no one is up in the bullpen.
— Adam Spolane (@AdamSpolane) October 10, 2023
Bob Costas when it’s time to give credit to the Diamondbacks pic.twitter.com/1NSBgx8Q0U
— (@Steelo1X) October 8, 2023
Bob Costas by far the worst announcer EVER. Doesn’t even hide his disappointment when something goes the Dbacks way
— Z Woody (@zwoody43) October 10, 2023
Bob Costas right now #EmbraceTheChaos pic.twitter.com/84nrP3Bj0Q
— Salties AZ Fan (@Salty_AZ_) October 10, 2023
Bob Costas is a legend
With that said in 2023 he is more effective at getting people to fall asleep than any prescription medicine you could possibly acquire at your local CVS
— Addison (@YankeeWRLD) October 10, 2023
Bob Costas openly rooting for the Dodgers and getting Excited anytime they got guys on base is disgusting
— Goldschmidt Happened (@GoldyHappens) October 10, 2023
While Costas does have his share of iconic moments as he has called some classic postseason games, it’s safe to say that Game 2 will not be remembered as one of his finest performances.
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