This seems like a swift and drastic response considering so many althetes (in various sports) have been charged with similar crimes (J.Kidd and J.Richardson in NBA, for example).
Kelvim Escobar of the Blue Jays, for example, was recently filed with a suit from a woman who claims he drugged her, had sex with her, and videotaped the whole thing. The incident supposedly happened 2 years ago... and the woman has the tape. Escobar, meanwhile, is being moved from closer to starter.
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\"We'll either trade his contract or put him on waivers at some point,'' Hunsicker said. \"If we reach that point and still haven't been able to dispose of his contract, the final alternative would be to release him.''
Lugo was arrested Wednesday night after a game with the Atlanta Braves, charged with misdemeanor assault for allegedly attacking his wife at Minute Maid Park before the game. He spent the night in jail before making bond, then was designated for assignment later Thursday.
Lugo denies striking his wife, and his lawyer has said he believes Lugo has a good case.
Lugo was arrested Wednesday night after a game with the Atlanta Braves, charged with misdemeanor assault for allegedly attacking his wife at Minute Maid Park before the game. He spent the night in jail before making bond, then was designated for assignment later Thursday.
Lugo denies striking his wife, and his lawyer has said he believes Lugo has a good case.