Dexter Fowler speaks his mind - A Hunt and Peck

Dexter Fowler recently made headlines after stating an opinion to ESPN’s Mark Saxon regarding the new administration in the United States and its proposed legislation. Joe Schwarz delves further into the topic here. In response to his views Fowler has taken a bit of criticism online, prompting this tweet:

Athletes are humans, and while they provide us, other humans, entertainment, this is not their sole purpose. They should not be treated like it is.

Fowler also took some members of the team out to dinner, which is really sweet:

Cardinals outfielder Fowler disappointed with Trump travel ban | St. Louis Cardinals | stltoday.com

Dexter Fowler Has the Right to Speak His Mind. And You Don't Get to Make him 'Shut Up.' | 101Sports.com

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