Another two Detroit Tigers players free to leave…

The Detroit Tigers broadcasting team had an unexpectedly humorous moment during their pre-game coverage of Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes’ start against the Tigers on Wednesday afternoon. As they introduced viewers to “Gen Z’s New Power Couple” through a graphic comparison of social media followings between Skenes and his girlfriend Olivia Dunne, the segment took a playful turn.

The coverage by Bally Sports Detroit became a mix of sports commentary and light-hearted banter when broadcaster Johnny Kane was caught checking his phone live during the segment. His colleague, in-game reporter Trevor Thompson, poked fun by asking, “What’s going on there man? Are you looking up Livvy Dunne?” This led analyst Carlos Pena to join in with a chuckle, noting, “She just gained one more follower,” implying Kane had followed Dunne on social media.

The interaction escalated with playful teasing about Kane’s new interest in Dunne’s gymnastic achievements at LSU, where she was a national champion. Kane continued to engage, asking Thompson if he planned to interview Dunne if she was in the stands. Thompson responded positively, expressing his intention to invite her to join their broadcast.

“Are you interviewing Livvy in the stands today?” Kane asked Thompson.

“If I see her I’m going to try to track her down. See if she’ll come on to Bally Sports with us. Why not right?” Thompson said with a smile.