October 21, 2023

Fines and Suspensions

Bryan Abreu received a fine and a two-game suspension for intentionally hitting Adolis Garcia with a pitch:

“All six of the Major League Umpires deemed Abreu’s pitch to have been intentional,” Major League Baseball said in a statement Saturday. “In assessing the matter, Major League Baseball took into account the dangerous nature of the pitch and its potential impact on player safety.”

Per the collective bargaining agreement, all hearings pertaining to a suspension in the playoffs must be heard within 48 hours of an appeal. Abreu could wait to appeal until Sunday, which could make him eligible to appear in Game 6 (and Game 7 if needed) but could make him ineligible for the start of the World Series if the Astros advance.

WashingtonPost.com

Dusty Baker was fined for not leaving the dugout after he was ejected. Garcia was fined for his actions that led to the fight.

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