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Broadcaster, Zeeland native Kaat uses offensive nickname during Tigers-Twins game

Detroit — Minnesota Twins broadcaster and Zeeland, Michigan native Jim Kaat referred to New York Yankees left-hander Nestor Cortes as “Nestor the Molester” during the Tigers-Twins' broadcast on Thursday afternoon at Comerica Park, the second offensive remark in the past year by the 83-year-old Hall of Fame pitcher while calling a game.