5 For Fighting
MLB announced today that Kevin Youkilis will be suspended for 5 games for his part in last night's brawl.
Ouch. I think that ought to make any other Red Sox player think long and hard before charging the mound again (as long and hard as one can given the circumstances). Rick Porcello also got 5 games. Basically he'll miss one start while Youkilis misses 5 games. Make it pretty clear who MLB thought was the main culprit here.
Boston.com says both have appealed meaning they can play in the meantime.
Comments
The 5 or 6 game punishment seems pretty standard for hitters. Didn't Sexson get that last year for his mound charge? Now, I agree that they should separate a starting pitcher from a hitter, but they do seem consistent.
Posted by: Peter![[TypeKey Profile Page]](http://yankeesredsox.com/nav-commenters.gif)
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August 12, 2009 08:02 PM
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If 5 is normal then a pitcher has to be at least 10 (2), right?
Posted by: blmeanie![[TypeKey Profile Page]](http://yankeesredsox.com/nav-commenters.gif)
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August 12, 2009 09:20 PM
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BL- I agree, but MLB hasn't wavered from 5 games for anyone involved in a brawl.
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August 12, 2009 10:07 PM
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