Astros pitcher Blanco suspended 10 games

By Associated Press

May 17, 2024 12:05 am

HOUSTON – Astros pitcher Ronel Blanco received a 10-game suspension Wednesday (Thursday in Manila) for violating Major League Baseball rules prohibiting foreign substances.

Blanco was ejected from Tuesday night's start against the Oakland Athletics. His penalty, which also included an undisclosed fine, was announced by MLB senior vice president of on-field operations Michael Hill.

WHAT STICKY STUFF? Houston Astros starting pitcher Ronel Blanco talks with second base umpire Tripp Gibson after being ejected following a foreign substance check during the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Oakland Athletics, May 14, 2024, in Houston. AP PHOTO

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