MLB Suspends Braves’ Cox and Vinters

NEW YORK (AP) — Atlanta Braves pitcher Jonny Venters has been

suspended for four games and fined by Major League Baseball for

throwing consecutive pitches at Milwaukee’s Prince Fielder last

weekend.

Baseball’s vice president in charge of discipline Bob Watson

also said Monday that Braves manager Bobby Cox has been suspended

for one game.

Cox will serve the suspension during Tuesday’s game against San

Diego. Venters will start his penalty Tuesday unless the players’

association appeals.

Both were ejected for their actions Saturday. Cox’s ejection was

his record 156th and third this season.