In a very sportsmanlike official statement released through the Giants' PR Team this afternoon, Buster Posey has spoken out against threats to Scott Cousins, the rookie Marlin whose railroading homeplate play put Posey on the disabled list. The statement in full:

[Emphasis ours]

I appreciate the continued support of Giants fans and others as I begin the process of working my way back. But in no way do I condone threats of any kind against Scott Cousins or his family.

As I said last week, I'm not out to vilify Scott. I appreciate that he made the effort to reach out to me on the night of the play, but I was in no physical condition to talk to anyone. I have not been back with the team since that night, so I haven't even been aware of any other messages he's left for me. We all need to move on, so it isn't necessary to have a conversation with him at this point.

My only focus right now is looking forward, getting healthy and returning to catching for the Giants.

A slightly more measured reaction than Brian Sabean's earlier statements* perhaps, but there you go: if Buster isn't returning Cousins' calls, it's because he's been busy getting back on his feet. Don't take it personally, Scott!

Also, of note: Late last night the team released a statement from Sabean clarifying his earlier remarks. The skipper just wants to support his catcher, as a good skipper should.

[SFGiants]
Previously: Giants General Manager Slams Scott Cousins, Reactions to Buster Posey Collision