New York Yankees Relief Pitcher Jimmy Cordero Suspended for Rest of 2023 Season
New York, NY – In a shocking turn of events, New York Yankees relief pitcher Jimmy Cordero has been suspended by Major League Baseball (MLB) for the remainder of the 2023 season. The suspension came after Cordero violated the league’s joint domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse policy.
MLB made the announcement on Wednesday, leaving fans and teammates stunned by the severity of the punishment. Cordero, 31, has been placed on MLB’s restricted list with immediate effect and will undergo a mandatory evaluation and treatment policy as part of his suspension.
It remains unclear which specific section of the policy Cordero violated, and the nature of the accusations against him have not been disclosed. It is also unknown whether he is facing any pending criminal charges. However, it is important to note that MLB’s policy does not require criminal charges for a suspension to be enacted.
Cordero, who recently joined the Yankees on a minor-league contract, has not publicly addressed the suspension. Meanwhile, the Yankees organization released a statement expressing their support for the league’s decision, emphasizing their stance against domestic violence.
“The Yankees are fully supportive of Major League Baseball’s investigative process and the disciplinary action applied to Jimmy Cordero,” the statement read. “There is no justification for domestic violence, and we stand with the objectives, standards and enforcement of MLB’s joint domestic violence, sexual assault and child abuse policy.”
Prior to his suspension, Cordero had been a reliable middle reliever for the Yankees, posting a 3.86 ERA and 1.071 WHIP with 34 strikeouts and 10 walks in 32 2/3 innings this season. His performance had contributed to the team’s strong position in the competitive AL East, where every team boasts a record of .500 or better.
With Cordero’s absence for the remaining 76 games of the regular season and the postseason, the Yankees will have to rely on their other pitchers to fill the void. It remains to be seen whether the team can maintain its position in the division without the talented reliever.
As for Cordero, his future in baseball is uncertain, pending the completion of MLB’s investigation and the outcome of his treatment program. It is a disappointing outcome for a player who had found success after years away from the major leagues, and it serves as a reminder of the importance of upholding the league’s policies and maintaining a safe and respectful environment within the sport.