As expected, MLB has levied a suspension on Jorge Posada. The brawling catcher will sit for four three games and pay a $3,000 fine. There’s no word, at this moment, if Jorge plans to appeal. Jesse Carlson received an identical penalty, although the $3K will hurt him more than it will Posada. It would make sense for Jorge to start serving his suspension immediately. He’s already sitting out tonight with a sore neck, and the next three games are in Seattle. Jorge would then be back for the series in Anaheim.
Update: Jorge’s suspension has been reduced to three games, and he’ll start serving tonight. Smart man.
Update by Ben: Apparently, Shelley Duncan is getting a three-game suspension too. Rod Barajas, Kevin Long and Edwar Ramirez were all fined but were not suspended. Jorge won’t play until Sunday and can use the time off to rest his aching finger. The Yankees will miss Shelley only if the Blue Jays start something tonight.
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