Blue Jays Pitching Coach Pete Walker Arrested For DUI, Club Confirms

Walker, 52, was arrested Friday morning per Pinellas County records

Blue Jays pitching coach Pete Walker was arrested and charged Friday morning for driving under the influence, the organization confirmed.

Walker was arrested just after 2 a.m., according to Pinellas County court documents. The 52-year-old was allegedly driving 82 miles per hour in a 45-mph zone, per WFLA. The arrest occurred near the Blue Jays spring training complex in Dunedin, Fla.

Walker, who was released on a $500 bond, spoke after Saturday's game against the Yankees.

“I'm very apologetic to the Blue Jays organization, the Blue Jay fans, and my family,” Walker said. “But it's something that I'm working through with my attorney to get resolution to this right now.

Walker didn’t take questions from the media.

Manager Charlie Montoyo said he and the organization were made aware Friday night of Walker’s arrest, but wouldn’t comment on any potential discipline.

“We’re still gathering information,” Montoyo said.

Walker is expected to remain with the club for the time being, per Montoyo. 

H/T WFLA