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New York Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. will not have to serve a suspension for his in-game social media post criticizing umpire John Bacon. According to the New York Daily News, Major League Baseball has rescinded the one-game ban initially imposed.
The incident occurred April 17, when Chisholm was ejected in the seventh inning of a game against the Tampa Bay Rays after disputing a called third strike. Shortly after he was ejected, he took to social media, posting "Not even f---ing close!!!!!" about the called third strike.
New York Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr.Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images
The post was later deleted, but it drew attention from the league, leading to a fine and a one-game suspension for violating MLB's social media policy.
Chisholm intended to appeal the suspension, but according to reports, the appeal process did not proceed as initially planned. Instead, MLB and Chisholm reached a settlement agreement that rescinded the suspension while maintaining the $5,000 fine. Chisholm stated, "They were just like 'There's no suspension, guys.' I think they talked to my agent."
MLB's social media policy prohibits using electronic devices during games and disallows content that questions the impartiality of umpires. While Chisholm's post violated these rules, the league's decision to lift the suspension suggests a degree of leniency, possibly acknowledging the emotional context of the incident.
Chisholm, 27, has had a challenging start to the season, batting .169 with six home runs and 11 RBIs. Despite the early struggles, he remains a key contributor to the Yankees, who are currently leading the American League East.
With the suspension lifted, Chisholm is eligible to play in the Yankees' upcoming games, including today's matchup against the Toronto Blue Jays.
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The incident occurred April 17, when Chisholm was ejected in the seventh inning of a game against the Tampa Bay Rays after disputing a called third strike. Shortly after he was ejected, he took to social media, posting "Not even f---ing close!!!!!" about the called third strike.
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New York Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr.Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images
The post was later deleted, but it drew attention from the league, leading to a fine and a one-game suspension for violating MLB's social media policy.
Chisholm intended to appeal the suspension, but according to reports, the appeal process did not proceed as initially planned. Instead, MLB and Chisholm reached a settlement agreement that rescinded the suspension while maintaining the $5,000 fine. Chisholm stated, "They were just like 'There's no suspension, guys.' I think they talked to my agent."
MLB's social media policy prohibits using electronic devices during games and disallows content that questions the impartiality of umpires. While Chisholm's post violated these rules, the league's decision to lift the suspension suggests a degree of leniency, possibly acknowledging the emotional context of the incident.
Chisholm, 27, has had a challenging start to the season, batting .169 with six home runs and 11 RBIs. Despite the early struggles, he remains a key contributor to the Yankees, who are currently leading the American League East.
With the suspension lifted, Chisholm is eligible to play in the Yankees' upcoming games, including today's matchup against the Toronto Blue Jays.
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