Bob CollinsThe threat of war in the world has eased considerably today.
There is peace in the “Circle Me, Bert” standoff.
“Circle Me Bert” started as an organic on-air element and is not going away. It will continue in its original form. @BertBlyleven28 will continue to circle fans on TV. The "Winners Circle" concept by @MNLottery – separate from “Circle Me Bert”- is evolving to include more fans.
— FOX Sports North (@fsnorth) March 28, 2018
This appears to be a backtrack by FSN after Bert Blyleven announced he was told his Circle Me, Bert days are over at Target Field.
Bert broke the news! We’re launching a new @mnlottery “Winners Circle” concept so fans at the ballpark AND watching at home can get involved! Signs are still encouraged. Here’s a preview: pic.twitter.com/RbQZCrwpma
— FOX Sports North (@fsnorth) March 28, 2018
There will henceforth be a debate over whether Bert got it wrong, or FSN bailed on its original plan in the face of outrage from potential circlees.
I misunderstood, Circle ⭕️ Me Bert on @fsnorth is NOT going away. The @mnlottery Winner’s Circle element is changing to include even more fans. 👍⚾️⭕️
— Bert Blyleven (@BertBlyleven28) March 28, 2018
(h/t: Nancy Yang)
