Willson Contreras Appeals Seven-Game Suspension

Major League Baseball has suspended Willson Contreras for seven games following an incident with Cade Cavalli, citing his behavior during the episode, a helmet throw, and subsequent social media activity. Contreras has opted to appeal the suspension. He will remain eligible to play for the Boston Red Sox until the appeal process is finalized. The decision to appeal keeps him in the lineup for the time being as the league reviews the case.