The NFL has become synonomous with domestic violence to some sports fans, but MLB's recent rash of ugly incidents involving star players could turn the harsh spotlight onto a new target. NFL commissioner Roger Goodell has been raked over the coals for his handling of a number of crises, and now MLB commissioner Rob Manfred is under the gun.
This offseason three high-profile baseball players have been linked to domestic violence. Dodgers outfielder Yasiel Puig was accused of pushing his sister, Rockies shortstop Jose Reyes allegedly shoved his wife into a sliding glass door on vacation in Hawaii, and Reds closer Aroldis Chapman reportedly pushed and choked his girlfriend.
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Goodell has been accused of wielding his power inappropriately, but MLB has given Manfred significant disciplinary power when it comes to domestic violence, and he does not have to wait for any legal outcomes.
MLB's policy reads: "The Commissioner will decide on appropriate discipline, with no minimum or maximum penalty under the policy. Players may challenge such decisions to the arbitration panel."
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The commissioner also has the ability to investigate "all allegations of domestic violence, sexual assault and child abuse involving members of the baseball community," and place the accused on paid administrative leave for up to seven days.
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