Craig Gordon was forced to lock down comments on his social media post after claiming Hearts suffered an "injustice" on the final day of the season.
The goalkeeper took aim in a lengthy Instagram share with potshots against Celtic who lifted the title on a dramatic and exhausting last fixture of the campaign at Parkhead last month.
Celts had trailed the Jambos in the division for the majority of the season but turned things on its head and their 3-1 victory over their rivals saw them lift the trophy.
But former Hoops star Gordon insisted it was an "injustice" to see his side lose the league.
The post on his socials drew hundreds of comments from Hearts fans as well as from Celtic supporters who had their own thoughts on the situation. But rather than accept the push-back from some, Gordon opted to shut comments off on the post.
He had written: "It’s taken 3 weeks to find the words, and I still don’t really think I’ve found them. A lot has happened since then, football moves quickly. I’ve been to Hampden, Miami and now New York, and I’m very grateful I get to do that.
"But that day was one of the most emotional moments of my career. The anger, the disappointment, the injustice. But the support and togetherness too.
"The scenes outside Tynecastle - to see the connection we had with the fans. That’s what football is about. We knew that would be the last time that group was together, and we wanted it so much for each other.
"It wasn’t to be, but I’m so proud to be part of that team and what we achieved."
