Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran apologized Sunday for using an anti-gay slur at a fan in the stands during a game against the Houston Astros.

Duran has not spoken publicly or faced questions about the incident. He was suspended by the league for two games on Monday.

“The Red Sox addressed this incident with Jarren immediately following today’s game," the team statement reads. "We echo Jarren’s apology to our fans, especially to the LGBTQ community. We strive to be an organization that welcomes all fans to Fenway Park, and we will continue to educate our employees, players, coaches and staff on the importance on inclusivity.”

"During tonight’s game, I used a truly horrific word when responding to a fan,” Duran’s statement reads. “I feel awful knowing how many people I offended and disappointed. I apologize to the entire Red Sox organization, but more importantly to the entire LGBTQ community.

The NESN broadcast recorded the incident from the sixth inning of Houston's 10-2 win in Boston. A fan in the stands heckled Duran, repeatedly declaring that he needs a tennis racket to hit the ball. Duran was 0-for-2 at the plate at the time, and the Red Sox trailed 10-0. Duran directed the slur at the fan in response.

Duran, 27, is a fourth-year MLB veteran with the Red Sox. He's in the midst of a breakout season and made his first All-Star team in July. He earned All-Star Game MVP honors after hitting a go-ahead home run in the AL's 5-3 victory over the NL.

"Our young fans are supposed to be able to look up to me as a role model, but tonight I fell far short of that responsibility. I will use this opportunity to educate myself and my teammates and to grow as a person.”