@jaysonst
Hector Santiago is appealing his 10-game suspension stemming from his sticky-substance ejection Sunday
His challenge: Rule says that *any* ejection carries automatic suspension if umpires find anything sticky.
So there was no MLB testing to determine the substance on his glove.
@jaysonst
From MLB's announcement:
"The umpiring crew shall be the sole judge as to whether the rules have been violated."
So once the umpires determine there is reason to eject him, the suspension is automatic.
https://www.mlb.com/news/triston-casas-top-red-sox-prospect-at-double-a-portland?t=mlb-pipeline-coverage
Casas interview if you're into that sort of thing.
@alexspeier
Tanner Houck, who turns 25 today, is starting for Triple-A Worcester tonight - his third start back from his flexor strain. He’s struck out 12 with one walk in 6 2/3 innings in his first two starts back from the injury.
Dalbec is 26 today and is hitting 9th for the BOSOX.
Travis Lakins is 27 today and is starting for the O's against HOU tonight.
Big birthday day for current and former prospects.
@BNightengale
Tyler Skaggs’ family sues #Angels for negligence over his 2019 drug-related death
The #Angels statement: ?The lawsuits are entirely without merit and the allegations are baseless and irresponsible. The Angels Organization strongly disagrees with the claims made by the Skaggs family and we will vigorously defend these lawsuits in court.”
@JonHeyman
Joe Panik & minor league pitcher go from Jays to Marlins in trade for Adam Cimber and Corey Dickerson
2021 Trade Deadline bonanza has begun!