After Molly Osberg of Splinter News uncovered racist and Islamophobic emails sent from and received by Joe Ricketts, Cubs co-owner Tom Ricketts issued a statement regarding his father.
"We are aware of the racially insensitive emails in my father’s account that were published by an online media outlet," Tom Ricketts said in a statement on Monday. "Let me be clear: The language and views expressed in those emails have no place in our society.
"My father is not involved with the operation of the Chicago Cubs in any way. I am trusted with representing this organization and our fans with a respect for people from all backgrounds.