This is not about finances. This is about conduct that violates his contractual obligations and his responsibilities as a major league baseball player. His alcohol-related conduct has been well demonstrated. If he clears waivers, we will terminate his contract. Our salary obligations to him will terminate. |
We are extremely disappointed that it's come to this. It's for the overall benefit of the team. |
We feel we have ample legal cause. The facts and evidence is compelling that he is in violation of conduct. We think our position is right and justified. |