Larry Baer, ​​CEO of San Francisco Giants, suspended for three months

San Francisco Giants President and CEO Larry Baer was suspended without pay until July 1 following the Major League Baseball investigation into a physical incident between Baer and his wife.

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred announced the suspension in a press release on Tuesday, explaining that after reviewing the results of the investigation, he had concluded that Baer's conduct was "unacceptable." and justified disciplinary measures ". Baer will be suspended for more than three months and "undergo an assessment by an expert to determine an appropriate treatment and counseling plan," according to the league.

"To determine the appropriate level of discipline, I think that Mr. Baer should be held to a higher standard, because as a leader he should be a role model for other members of his organization and his community" said Manfred. "After my conversation with Mr. Baer, ​​it is clear that he regrets what has happened and assumes responsibility for his conduct."

Baer was filmed on video and engaged in an argument with his wife who took a physical turn at the beginning of the month. The video of the incident shows Baer trying to grab something from his wife's hand, causing her to turn around in a chair and fall to the ground.

Baer, ​​who has been a member of the Giants since 1992, is on a leave of absence since March 4th. He said Tuesday in a statement that he accepted Manfred's decision.

"I've made a serious mistake that I sincerely regret and I'm really sorry for my actions," Baer said in part. "My unacceptable behavior was far below what is required of each person, particularly my position and my role in the community.I will now start the important work that remains to be done to listen and learn from my mistakes and for professional advice. "

Baer has been the Giants' "controlling person" since 2011, which means he represents the franchise at homeowner meetings. He has had a significant influence within the organization since Peter Magowan took over the club in 1992. He is one of two Giants representatives to have met Bryce Harper prior to the signing of former Philadelphia Phillies Beginning of the month.

The Giants' board of directors said in a statement that Baer's sanction was "appropriate" and that Acting CEO Rob Dean would continue to perform his duties. The board also noted that the club will designate a new control person upon his return, but the latter will retain his titles of CEO and team chair.

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