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That idiot near the radio microphone was yelling that McNeil was using a little league bat and “you have no power, McNeil.” You love to see it.

Well, we just have a different understanding of the word “verbatim” I suppose. I also think it laughable to call it “outlawing bench-jockeying.” As the MLB statement referenced, Donaldson's actions last weekend when he pushed Anderson off third on a tag play were an aggravating factor, as was the role of Donaldson in the bench-clearing incident. And as we all know, of course, it was Donaldson jawing about it with Grandal (not Anderson) when benches cleared.

Frayed Knot wrote: "Only" one game for "being disrespectful". MLB apparently outlawing bench-jockeying these days. I would characterize that as a poorly described, inaccurate, and incomplete summary. We can just go to the full statement: [bLOCKQUOTE] “MLB has completed the process of speaking to the individuals involved in this incident. There is no dispute over what was said on the field,” said Michael Hill, Major League Baseball's senior vice president for on-field operations. “Regardless of Mr. Donaldson's intent, the comment he directed toward Mr. Anderson was disrespectful and in poor judgment, particularly when viewed in the context of their prior interactions. In addition, Mr. Donaldson's remark was a contributing factor in a bench-clearing incident between the teams, and warrants discipline.[/bLOCKQUOTE] https://www.mlb.com/news/josh-donaldson-suspension-may-23-2022https://www.mlb.com/news/josh-donaldson-suspension-may-23-2022

Again I am puzzled by the references to Trevor Bauer here. It's a completely different situation. As for Harvey, it is inappropriate to suggest that he is responsible for Skaggs' death. Harvey did testify that he had provided Percocet to Skaggs in the past (not on the day in question). Also, Percocet was not the primary cause of Skaggs death (that was Fentanyl).

If he's going to hit like this while also playing his usual fine defense, Eduardo is going to lose playing time.

It was an unquestionably an incredibly inappropriate remark and a dumb thing to say. Sure, to exactly what degree it was born of racial animus is less clear. But let us be perfectly clear that Donaldson's comment should not be “fine” by anyone.

I saw that Peterson joined the team in New York on Thursday and flew out to Colorado.

I think the doubleheader would more likely be on Sunday in any circumstance.

The last CBA had a provision requiring an off day after coast-to-coast travel; it's not clear to me if that could/would be waived. If they can't play on Saturday either, I wouldn't rule out a game in NY on August 29 with Colorado the “home” team. September 8 is also a possibility; Mets have an off day between series in Pittsburgh and Miami, Rockies have an off day at home.

This is an odd turn away from the Harvey discussion. Anyway, Bauer isn't suing MLB (yet, at least) because the collective bargaining agreement requires arbitration. This article from the LA times is a good explainer: https://www.latimes.com/sports/dodgers/story/2022-04-29/trevor-bauer-mlb-suspension-appeal-legal-case-dodgers?_amp=truehttps://www.latimes.com/sports/dodgers/story/2022-04-29/trevor-bauer-mlb-suspension-appeal-legal-case-dodgers?_amp=true —- If he goes to court and collects every penny on his contract, MLB and the Dodgers don't particularly care, because he won't be embarrassing them by wearing their clothes and representing their brand before the world. Sort of. If Bauer were to lose the appeal (meaning the 2 year suspension was upheld), and then sue, and then win that suit — he'd get some money damages. He's never be able to win some sort of “reinstatement to an MLB active roster.” MLB would probably defend that suit vigorously, because of the bad precedent that could be set if those unhappy with the collectively bargained arbitration process could run off to court. They probably wouldn't be happy paying anything out, but should it come to that, yes, they'd prefer paying money to having him around. He wins that money in court, he's claiming funds that I'm sure MLB will claim (true or not) were earmarked for charities devoted to the safety of women. I find it hard to believe someone would make that claim, and that seems pretty farfetched. Additionally, he may be forced to testify about the nature and details of his proclivities. Both of these could likely make him even more unemployable when that contract is done. And that contract expires after this season, along with a $15 million buyout for next. It seems quite possible he could never again be employed by a major league team. In that case, he may be most incentivized to take a case to trial, given the sums at issue. It is arguable his reputation is already so poor that having to testify under oath would not do significant more damage.

This is a textbook case of why the free runner is an abomination.

Also bullpen depth. But especially starting pitching depth.

Edgy MD wrote: Also, I'm strangely anxious to see a Gosuke Katoh appearance. I haven't even spotted him in the dugout. Presented the flag to the veteran of the game tonight.

Your post belies a lack of understanding of how these things work. Think about it for a second using common sense: aside from admitting it under oath, what are the chances Harvey could have realistically faced charges about his drug use from years ago? It's somewhere on the continuum between minimal to infinitesimal. There's positively no need for him to willingly cooperate and expose himself to public shame, loss of career prospects, and of course collateral consequences (e.g. this suspension). And you're also wrong. A perfunctory Google search would have given you the answer: [bLOCKQUOTE]After saying he was subpoenaed and would have used his Fifth Amendment right not to testify without immunity, Harvey acknowledged being a cocaine user before and during his season with the Angels in 2019.[/bLOCKQUOTE] https://newjersey.news12.com/matt-harvey-testifies-about-drug-use-at-tyler-skaggs-trialhttps://newjersey.news12.com/matt-harvey-testifies-about-drug-use-at-tyler-skaggs-trial

I thought Buck was pretty clear that he wouldn't pitch a guy in both games of a DH. Maybe tomorrow though.

=nymr83 post_id=92551 time=1652821445 user_id=54]He testified to this on the stand (for immunity) in the trial surrounding the death of teammate Tyler Skaggs.

Yabbut, aren't Lugo, Smith, and Diaz the frontline guys? We could use a nice long outing from Taijuan tonight.

Frayed Knot wrote: =Gwreck post_id=92559 time=1652823074 user_id=56] I *would* recommend using Lugo for a second inning. And yet again he ignores you.

I *would* recommend using Lugo for a second inning.

I'll be the first to admit that I did not expect Reed's second inning to be an 8-pitch, 1-2-3 outing.

I don't recommend using Reed for a second inning.

Heroic effort.

What is Mazeika doing swinging at the first pitch??

Johnny Lunchbucket wrote: I wonder if we'll see Szapucki soon In addition to or instead of Peterson?