Larry Baer, the president and CEO of the San Francisco Giants, has been suspended without pay after video emerged of him appearing to drag his wife to the ground during an argument. MLB Commissioner Robert Manfred said in a statement that he found Baer’s conduct “unacceptable under MLB policies.” Manfred recommended Baer be suspended through July 1. Baer should be held to a higher standard because as a leader he is expected to be a role model for others in his organization and community,” Manfred said. Baer said he respected the decision in a separate statement, and he called the process both “fair and thorough.”Under the terms of his suspension, Baer is banned from having any involvement with the operation of the Giants. He must also seek out “an appropriate treatment and counseling plan” if a third party deems it necessary.

Source: Huffington Post March 26, 2019 14:15 UTC