Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Sonny Gray landed under a microscope last week, drawing major attention on social media after what looked like a sticky substance popped up on his neck during the wild card loss to the New York Yankees. Yeah, that image went viral, no doubt about it.
The Neck of the Matter: MLB Steps In
The buzz around Gray’s neck wasn’t just online chatter. Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com reported that MLB actually launched an investigation into the whole situation. You’ve got eyes on the guy, it looks like something, the league has to take a look, right? Especially when it’s during a high-stakes wild card game. Fans were definitely talking, wondering what would happen next.
Cleared and Moving On
But here’s the kicker: Cotillo also reported that Gray “obviously passed in-game standard checks without penalty.” That means he’s apparently “in the clear” with the league. And just to seal the deal, Cotillo added that “any discipline would likely have been levied by now anyway.” So, despite the social media frenzy and the formal investigation, it looks like Gray is walking away from this sticky situation without a scratch. No discipline, no fuss.
Gray’s situation quickly went from a potential scandal to a non-issue as MLB swiftly put the matter to rest. It just goes to show how quickly these things can pop up and then disappear.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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