Max Bretos

One of Bretos’ notable achievements at ESPN was serving as the lead host for the network’s coverage of the 2010 Major League Soccer Cup, underscoring his continued involvement in soccer broadcasting. In 2012, he was part of ESPN’s reporting team for the UEFA European Championship (Euro 2012).

Bretos also contributed to ESPN's efforts to connect with Hispanic audiences. In 2013, he co-hosted the network’s special program One Nación. That same year, he conducted a notable interview with Yasiel Puig, then a rising star and right fielder for the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Controversy and Apology

In 2012, Bretos faced controversy and was briefly suspended by ESPN after using the phrase “chink in the armor” in reference to Jeremy Lin, a point guard with the New York Knicks at the time. Although the phrase is a common idiom, its use in this context was seen as racially insensitive due to Lin’s Asian heritage. Bretos subsequently issued a public apology via Twitter.

In follow-up statements, Bretos expressed regret for the incident, stating that no offense was intended. He noted that his wife is Asian, underscoring his awareness of racial sensitivity. Further personal details about his wife remain private and are not widely known.