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Pitcher Suspended After Shouting 'Sit Down, Boy' at Red Sox Star
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Pitcher Suspended After Shouting 'Sit Down, Boy' at Red Sox Star

A benches-clearing incident between the Washington Nationals and the Boston Red Sox led to multiple suspensions. Nationals pitcher Cade Cavalli was suspended for seven games after yelling 'sit down, boy' at Red Sox player Willson Contreras following a confrontation. Contreras was also suspended seven games, while two other players involved in the altercation received two-game suspensions. The incident occurred after Contreras approached Cavalli post-at bat, prompting Cavalli's controversial remark. Cavalli later apologized, stating he had no ill intent and expressed concern over potential negative perceptions among young fans. The National League confirmed the suspensions, which will take effect unless appealed.

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Pitcher Suspended After Shouting 'Sit Down, Boy' at Red Sox Star

A benches-clearing incident between the Washington Nationals and the Boston Red Sox led to multiple suspensions. Nationals pitcher Cade Cavalli was suspended for seven games after yelling 'sit down, boy' at Red Sox player Willson Contreras following a confrontation. Contreras was also suspended seven games, while two other players involved in the altercation received two-game suspensions. The incident occurred after Contreras approached Cavalli post-at bat, prompting Cavalli's controversial remark. Cavalli later apologized, stating he had no ill intent and expressed concern over potential negative perceptions among young fans. The National League confirmed the suspensions, which will take effect unless appealed.

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