MLB announced it placed Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Julio Urías on administrative leave Wednesday, two days after the left-hander was arrested on felony domestic violence charges.
The move is effective immediately as the league continues its investigation into Urías, who will be paid while sidelined. Dodgers rookie Ryan Pepiot will be promoted in a corresponding move to take the empty spot in the rotation.
The Dodgers released a statement confirming that the team is cooperating with MLB's investigation.
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The team also announced it is canceling a Urías bobblehead night previously scheduled for Sept.