In an update to the Alex Rodriguez story I've been following for some time, USA Today is reporting that MLB Commissioner Bud Selig is preparing to suspend Alex Rodriguez for life. I say, it's about time.
A-Rod and about 50 other players, who have not currently been named, are facing suspensions over their role in the Biogenesis scandal. A-Rod is a particular target because he's been accused of obstructing the investigation of his connections. He also used performance-enhancing drugs from 2010-2012.
Other names being dropped include Nelson Cruz of the Texas Rangers, Jhonny Peralta of the evil Detroit Tigers and Evereth Cabrera of the Sand Diego Padres. Unlike A-Rod, these players are facing 50-game suspensions instead of a lifetime ban.
In the USA Today article, they mention it's possible Selig will invoke Article XII (B) of the Collective Bargaining Agreement which states:
"Players may be disciplined for just cause for conduct that is materially detrimental or materially prejudicial to the best interests of baseball, including, but not limited to, engaging in conduct in violation of federal, state or local law."
MLB will contend that because A-Rod lied about his drug use and tried to sabotage the investigation. As of right now, the USA Today article mentions that MLB can neither confirm nor deny they are looking for a lifetime band for A-Rod.
As I mentioned in an earlier post, I mentioned that I want a lifetime ban for A-Rod. My opinion still stands. While I do hate A-Rod for on-the-field and off-the-field reasons, they have little to do with the reasons for my supporting the lifetime ban. Since A-Rod is alleged to have obstructed with the investigation, that brings up criminal possibilities. He should be punished for his infractions.
We'll keep an eye on the upcoming announcement. If there are any updates, I'll post them.
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