Two Major League Baseball pitchers, Génesis Cabrera of the Toronto Blue Jays and Yohan Ramírez of the New York Mets, have been handed three-game suspensions each for their actions in separate incidents. Additionally, Mets manager Carlos Mendoza received a one-game suspension due to Ramírez's actions.
Cabrera's suspension stems from an on-field altercation that led to a benches-clearing incident during the Blue Jays' game against the Tampa Bay Rays. The incident occurred in the bottom of the seventh inning when Cabrera exchanged words with José Caballero and shoved the Tampa Bay shortstop after a play that resulted in Cabrera being ejected from the game.
Ramírez, on the other hand, was disciplined for intentionally throwing a pitch at Milwaukee Brewers' Rhys Hoskins during the Mets' game. This action took place in the seventh inning and resulted in Ramírez being ejected from the game by the plate umpire.
Both pitchers have appealed their suspensions, which means the penalties will be on hold until the appeals process is completed. In addition to the suspensions, all three individuals involved were fined for their actions.
Mendoza served his one-game suspension during the Mets' series finale against the Brewers. This marked the third game of his career as a major league manager.
The incidents highlight the intensity and emotions that can arise during professional baseball games, often leading to disciplinary actions by the league to maintain order and sportsmanship on the field.
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