Blue Jays pitcher Kevin Gausman praised for thanking Canadian wildfire responders
Gausman's social media post recognizing firefighters, pilots, and first responders draws widespread fan support.
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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Kevin Gausman earned praise from fans Monday after publicly thanking Canadians battling the country's ongoing wildfire crisis.
In a social media post, Gausman wrote: "Just want to show my appreciation for all the people helping to stop these fires in Canada. To all the first responders, pilots, and anyone out there doing their part — Thank You!!!"
His message resonated with fans, who flooded the comments with appreciation. Several urged the Blue Jays to sign Gausman to a long-term deal. "You're such a legend Gausy and you'll always be an honourable Canadian!" one fan wrote. Another said: "Jays should be signing you to a lifetime contract. You're a hell of a pitcher and a hell of a human."
The post comes as hundreds of wildfires continue to burn across Canada. Ontario alone is dealing with roughly 190 active wildfires, with thousands of firefighters and support personnel working to contain blazes that have forced evacuations and sent smoke across large parts of North America.
The facts
Who did Kevin Gausman thank on social media?
Kevin Gausman thanked first responders, pilots, and people helping to stop wildfires in Canada.
How many active wildfires is Ontario dealing with?
Ontario is dealing with roughly 190 active wildfires, with thousands of firefighters and support personnel working to contain them.
