If Major League Baseball ends up suspending Aroldis Chapman for domestic violence allegations, the New York Yankees closer says he will appeal.

"I understand that everybody is worried about this issue," Chapman said. "I understand that everybody wants to know, but it is something that is out of my hands. My main focus is to play baseball. I feel great. I'm happy to be here. I can't wait to get started."

Chapman said through a translator that he didn't consider anything inaccurate in a police report that was filed in Davie, Florida, on Oct. 30.

The left-hander was alleged to have choked his girlfriend and fired eight gunshots in a garage at his home after an argument with his girlfriend. Police ultimately decided not to press charges.