Lto MLB already put the first warning to the players, Faced with the new controversy involving the use of a sticky substance to improve grip on pitches, Well, whoever is caught will have a suspension.
According to information from Jeff Passan, the league will punish players who use substances on balls to improve their shooting. The penalty imposed will be 10 days out with pay.
The new norm has not yet reached the teams, but the memorandum is expected to include all the guidelines to be followed if the players They are caught by umpires, using whatever sticky substance, like industrial glue or sunscreen, that gives them an advantage during the game.
Despite the countless criticisms of the new rule, due to the fact that many defend it as an old practice in the teams, it is expected that this type of practice will be suspended little by little. practices to keep MLB out of more controversy.
The new rules are expected to begin to apply on June 21, all after the Umpire Joe West to force Cardinals pitcher Giovanny Gallegos to take off his cap to clear up the issue of a sticky substance on the ball.