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We don't want to encourage it': some Rays players refuse to wear Pride logo, Tampa Bay Rays
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MLB teams welcome LGBTQ+ fans with Pride Nights but not one has seen an active player come out
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Rays Players Remove LGBT Pride Logo Over Their Faith – OutKick
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The NHL bans Pride Tape, setting off a backlash from players and fans : NPR
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Pride Night celebrations at the ballpark were largely uncontroversial — until now
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5 Rays Players Refused to Wear Pride-Themed Uniforms. This is Why Athletes Don't Come Out - FanBuzz
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Tampa Bay Rays refusal to wear Pride logo signals a deeper issue in the MLB
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MLB pitchers balk at controversial Pride initiatives, citing faith and personal beliefs
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NHL's Pride nights collide with LGBTQ+ political climate
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Mark Canha talks Pride Night, feminism, the Tampa Bay Rays, and how to use our platform and privilege
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At least 5 Tampa Bay Rays players refuse to wear pro-LGBTQ rainbow uniforms for pride month
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5 Tampa Bay Rays Players Refuse to Wear Rainbow Gear - Metro Weekly
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Christian Soccer Player Benched for Refusing to Wear 'Pride' Jersey - Daily Citizen
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At least 5 Tampa Bay Rays players refuse to wear pro-LGBTQ rainbow uniforms for pride month