Summary
Jorge Soler of the Los Angeles Angels had his suspension reduced from seven to four games after a fight with the Atlanta Braves during a game on April 7. The fight started when Soler was hit by a fast pitch and both he and Braves pitcher Reynaldo Lopez were ejected and later suspended.
Key Facts
- Jorge Soler was initially suspended for seven games after a brawl with the Braves.
- The suspension was lowered to four games by Major League Baseball.
- The fight began when Soler was hit by a pitch thrown by Reynaldo Lopez at nearly 96 mph.
- Both Soler and Lopez were ejected from the game.
- Lopez’s suspension was also reduced to five games after a settlement with the league.
- Soler was upset because he felt the pitch was dangerously close to his head.
- Lopez said he did not intend to hit Soler.
- Soler and Lopez are former teammates from the Braves.
