NEW YORK (AP) — Former New York Mets general manager Billy Eppler was suspended through the 2024 World Series on Friday by baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred, who concluded he directed team staff to fabricate injuries to create open roster spots.
“I cooperated fully and transparently with MLB’s investigation, and I accept their decision,” Eppler said in a statement.
No other Mets personnel were disciplined by the commissioner's office, a second person familiar with the investigation said, also on condition of anonymity.
Eppler, 48, was the Mets general manager from November 2021 until he quit last Oct. 5, three days after owner Steven Cohen hired David Stearns as president of baseball operations.
Hinch and general manager Jeff Luhnow were suspended in January 2020 through that year’s World Series for their roles in the team using a video camera to steal signs.
Persons:
Billy Eppler, Rob Manfred, Manfred, Eppler, “, ” Eppler, Eppler’s, Jay Reisinger, Steven Cohen, David Stearns, A.J, Hinch, Jeff Luhnow, Alex Cora
Organizations:
Former New York Mets, Mets, Associated Press, Major League Baseball, MLB, IL, New York Yankees, Los Angeles Angels, WME Sports, Astros, Red Sox
Locations:
Houston