Al Michaels References Astros' Sign-Stealing Scandal During Football Broadcast

The veteran broadcaster's joke, made in response to a banging noise during a game, was well received by viewers and sparked amusement on social media.

• During a Thursday Night Football game, broadcaster Al Michaels made a joke referencing the Houston Astros' 2017 sign-stealing scandal, saying 'Somebody's pounding on that trash can, I think the Astros must be in town.'
• The joke was made in response to a banging noise picked up by the microphones during the game between the Cleveland Browns and the New York Jets.
• Michaels' comment was well received by viewers, with many expressing their amusement on social media.
• The Astros' sign-stealing scandal involved the use of a camera system to observe opposing teams' signs, with the information then relayed to the batter using audio cues such as banging on a trash can.
• The scandal has marred the Astros' 2017 World Series title, with baseball fans continuing to reference the incident.

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