Trey Yesavage opened his press conference Sunday with a heavy plea.

The Blue Jays’ rookie pitcher asked for an end to the abuse directed at his family and girlfriend ahead of his Game 2 start in the American League Championship Series against the Mariners, which will be played Monday.

Yesavage, who faced the Yankees in Game 2 of the ALDS and struck out 11 in 5 ⅓ no-hit innings, expressed his disappointment over the online harassment his loved ones have faced following his postseason success.

Trey Yesavage is interviewed after Game 2 of the American League Division Series between the New York Yankees and the Toronto Blue Jays. MLB Photos via Getty Images

Trey Yesavage opened his Sunday press conference ahead of his Game 2 ALCS start with the following message: pic.twitter.com/7o8HOC7e

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