"When the ad break was supposed to start, the radio broadcast stayed with the booth as someone could be heard humming on the mic. After a few seconds of dead air, Saunders suddenly said, "While you're down there, would you mind blowing me?" While the comment was clearly said in jest, color commentator Todd Fedoruk quickly realized they were still on."
""We are aware of the inappropriate comment made during last night's radio broadcast in the TV timeout of the FlyersSabres game. These remarks do not reflect the standards of conduct or values we expect from anyone associated with our organization. Effective immediately, the Flyers, along with our radio partners, 97.5 The Fanatic, have issued a two-game suspension while we address this matter with all parties involved. We take this matter very seriously, and sincerely apologize to our listeners, fans and all those affected by these comments.""
During a TV timeout in the Flyers' game against the Buffalo Sabres, radio broadcast audio remained live and Saunders was heard humming before saying, "While you're down there, would you mind blowing me?" Color commentator Todd Fedoruk alerted him, saying, "I think we're still on the air, Tim." Saunders laughed and then questioned whether they were still on. The Flyers and radio partner 97.5 The Fanatic issued a two-game suspension for Saunders. The team stated the remarks do not reflect expected standards and issued an apology to listeners, fans and those affected while addressing the matter with all parties.
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