Jonathan Papelbon has been suspended seven games and fined by Major League Baseball for making a lewd gesture and then bumping an umpire.

The Philadelphia Phillies closer said in a statement that he would immediately begin serving the suspension and that he regrets making contact with umpire Joe West on Sunday.

However, Papelbon insisted he wasn't making a vulgar motion toward fans as he walked off the field to boos after giving up four runs in the ninth inning.

"While I completely understand how the fans would perceive my gesture while being booed, it was not my intent whatsoever to insult the fans of Philadelphia," Papelbon said. "If it was perceived in that manner, I sincerely apologize."

Major League Baseball has suspended Chris Davis for 25 games after he tested positive for an Amphetamine.

The Baltimore Orioles have 17 regular-season games remaining and currently lead the American League East by a wide margin.

Davis is hitting .196/.300/.404 with 26 home runs and a league-leading 196 strikeouts in 525 plate appearances.

The Seattle Mariners have placed Jesus Montero on the suspended list.

Montero, 24, was recalled from his rehabilitation assignment Friday following a verbal altercation with a club scout at a Class A Northwest League game.

Jack Zduriencik said Friday that Montero wouldn't play again this year following the heated argument in the stands.