Washington Nationals 2nd baseman Starlin Castro (13) throughout the Major League baseball video game in between the Philadelphia Phillies and the Washington Nationals on June 22, 2021 at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphis, PA.
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The Washington Nationals stated Friday they will launch infielder Starlin Castro after he finishes a 30-video game overdue suspension for breaking Major League Baseball’s domestic violence policy.
The Nationals’ statement came instantly after the 31-year-old Castro’s suspension was enforced by MLB.
“We take all allegations of abuse and harassment very seriously,” the Nationals stated in a declaration about Castro, a four-time All-Star. “We fully support the Commissioner’s decision and will be releasing Starlin Castro upon the completion of his suspension.”
The Nationals had actually signed Castro to a two-year agreement in January 2020.
General Manager Mike Rizzo stated recently that “I do not plan on having him back” this season after Castro was put on administrative leave on July 16 by MLB as it examined the claims.
“Having reviewed all of the available evidence, I have concluded that Mr. Castro violated our Policy and that discipline is appropriate,” MLB commissioner Robert Manfred Jr. stated.
Castro’s suspension, which starts Friday, likewise consists of a concealed fine for breaking MLB’s Joint Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Policy.
MLB’s statement did not provide any information on the claims.
The penalty likewise renders Castro disqualified for appearing in playoffs or the World Series this season.
Castro is likewise being needed to “participate in a confidential and comprehensive evaluation and treatment program supervised by the Joint Policy Board,” MLB stated.
During his 12-year MLB profession, Castro bet the Chicago Cubs, the Miami Marlins and the New York Yankees.
Correction: An earlier variation misstated Rizzo’s title. He is the Nationals’ basic supervisor.
