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MLB Suspends Matt Harvey 60-Games For Distributing 'Drug Of Abuse'

May 17, 2022 5:03 PM

Right-hander Matt Harvey has been suspended 60 games for distributing a "drug of abuse" under Major League Baseball's drug program, the league announced Tuesday.

Harvey, who is currently with the Baltimore Orioles at the team's extended spring training facility, said in February he provided oxycodone to late Los Angeles Angels pitcher Tyler Skaggs.

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Minor League Players, MLB Settle Minimum Wage Dispute

May 10, 2022 5:22 PM

Minor league players and Major League Baseball have reached a settlement in a lawsuit alleging teams violated minimum wage laws.

Terms of the settlement were not filed with the court Tuesday and details were not released. Two people familiar with the negotiations, speaking to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the release of details was not authorized, said the sides in recent weeks had been discussing a possible settlement in the $200 million range.

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