In an extensive report by The Athletic, a woman, who spoke out on condition of anonymity, accused Callaway – who was New York Mets manager for two seasons – of ‘pushing his crotch close to her face’ while the reporter had an interview with Callaway.
Another reporter claims that Callaway said he would share information about his former team the Mets if the reporter got drunk with him.
Two of the women interviewed said they had been warned about Callaway’s repeated inappropriate behavior, The Athletic said. A reporter told the publication that Callaway’s obscene behavior was “the worst kept secret in the sport.”
CNN has repeatedly attempted to contact Callaway for comment, including inquiries through the Angels.
The Athletic reports that Callaway offered the following statement when he brought the charges:
“Rather than rushing to respond to these common allegations that I have just been made aware of, I look forward to an opportunity to provide more specific answers. Every relationship I was involved in was a consensus and my behavior was in no way intended. be disrespectful to all women involved. I am married and my wife has been made aware of these general allegations. “
Major League Baseball (MLB) told CNN it is launching an investigation into Callaway.
Earlier on Tuesday, MLB released a statement saying it “had never been made aware of allegations of sexually inappropriate conduct by Mickey Callaway.”
The Angels say they will work with the union office in the investigation of the allegations.
“The behavior reported is against the values and policies of the Angels Organization,” the team said.
Callaway was the manager of Mets during the 2018 and 2019 seasons. Sandy Alderson, who served as president of the team since last year and as general manager from 2010-2018, said in a statement that he was “shocked by the reported actions”.
“I was not aware of the behavior described in the story at the time of Mickey’s appointment or at any point during my tenure as General Manager. We have already begun a review of our recruitment processes to ensure that our assessment of new employees is more thorough and comprehensive. ‘,’ Alderson said in a statement.
In a statement Monday, Steve Cohen, the new owner of the Mets said, “The behavior reported in The Athletic’s story today is completely unacceptable and would never be tolerated under my ownership.”
The Cleveland Indians, who employed Callaway as a pitching coach for five seasons between 2013-2017, said in a statement that they were first aware of the allegations against Callaway on Monday.
“We are currently reviewing the matter internally and in consultation with Major League Baseball to determine appropriate next steps,” the team said. “Our organization unequivocally does not endorse this type of behavior. We are committed to an inclusive work environment where everyone, regardless of gender, can feel safe and comfortable doing their job.”
CNN’s Amir Vera contributed to this report.