Suspension inconsistencies help shed light on managerial issues.
After Major League Baseball announced the disciplinary actions in response to the Rangers-Blue Jays brawl, a number of questions arose. Aside from the obvious “why?” regarding the quick escalation of the benches-clearing tirade, many questioned MLB’s delegation of punishment. With so many players and coaches involved, it took some time to pinpoint accountability.
After all was said and done, the following penalties were issued:
Texas Rangers:
Second baseman Rougned Odor received an eight-game suspension for punching Jose Bautista.