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Newton Must Sit Out 2 Games
Monday, September 12th , 2044
Tennessee left fielder Brian Newton was suspended 2 games for his actions during a recent game against the Reading Fightin Phils. The home plate umpire tossed him after Newton heatedly disputed a called-third strike.
The Smokies said he would begin serving the suspension immediately.
Newton is hitting .207 this year with 5 home runs, 35 RBIs and 24 runs scored. He has 100 hits in 484 at-bats, 12 walks and a .243 on-base percentage. Newton has played in 130 games.
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