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August 25, 2025
Baseball Players Suddenly Breaking Bats on Check Swings
Stephen Douglas
Sports Illustrated
Baseball Players Suddenly Breaking Bats on Check Swings
Seattle rolled past Oakland 11-4 behind a multi-hit day from Polanco, who drove in two runs on a walk and a single. The day’s centerpiece was Polanco’s fourth plate appearance, when a check swing caused his bat to snap and sail into the outfield, an uncanny moment that drew social chatter and echoed a recent minor-league incident. The result was a brand-new, quirky narrative that spotlights Seattle’s offensive depth and the unusual volatility of at-bats.
Which players from the Mariners or A's organization could see a breakout move after this game?Does the bat-break incident alter how fantasy managers should view Polanco’s risk-reward profile?Which matchups could highlight Polanco’s fantasy upside in the near term?What equipment or prep steps could teams take to avoid similar incidents in the future?
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https://www.si.com/mlb/jorge-polanco-check-swing-b..

August 19, 2025
MLB Suspends Mariners' Victor Robles for Throwing Bat at Pitcher in Wild Ejection
Karl Rasmussen
Sports Illustrated
MLB Suspends Mariners' Victor Robles for Throwing Bat at Pitcher in Wild Ejection

Victor Robles’ weekend rehab stint in Tacoma ended in a chaotic scene after he was hit repeatedly by pitches from Joey Estes, prompting an aggressive reaction that included a bat throw and snacks tossed onto the field. MLB handed Robles a 10-game suspension, with an appeal anticipated; the discipline will be served once he’s eligible to return from the IL. Robles is aiming to work his way back to Seattle, but the ban muddies the timeline for fantasy managers monitoring the Mariners’ outfield.

Robles’ eruption came after Estes plunked him multiple times across three games in the series, fueling a confrontation that overshadowed Robles’ long rehab from injury. Seattle will watch his progression closely as he eyes MLB time again, while fantasy players weigh potential rust, discipline implications, and how Robles’ return could affect the Mariners’ outfield mix and lineup leverage when he’s back in action.

What is Robles' short-term fantasy outlook after a 10-game suspension and IL time?Does Estes’ incident change the Mariners’ approach to Robles on return?How should fantasy players interpret Robles’ return timeline with the suspension in play?Does the Robles incident alter the Mariners’ outfield rotation going forward?
Mentions:
@Joey Estes | | MLB
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August 19, 2025
Mariners' Victor Robles suspended after throwing bat toward pitcher following near-HBP in rehab game - CBSSports.com
@mikeaxisa
CBSSports
Mariners' Victor Robles suspended after throwing bat toward pitcher following near-HBP in rehab game - CBSSports.com
Victor Robles received a 10-game MLB suspension after a Triple-A rehab game incident where he threw his bat toward the pitcher and dumped seeds on the field as he departed. The discipline is set to take effect after his hearing and activation to an MLB roster, meaning a roughly two-week absence to start. Robles has publicly apologized, citing rehab fatigue and personal loss, which could color his return. For fantasy players, the ban delays a possible MLB impact and complicates Seattle’s outfield timeline, while his eventual return could bring a blend of speed and power if he resumes regular playing time.
What is the likely timeline for Robles' MLB return following the hearing, and how should fantasy managers adjust their rosters around it?Which metrics should fantasy managers monitor most closely as Robles nears activation?How does the incident affect the Mariners' fantasy outlook beyond Robles’ immediate return?What would constitute a best-case return for Robles in fantasy terms this season?
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@Joey Estes | Oakland Athletics | MLB
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https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/mariners-victor..

August 18, 2025
Mariners' Victor Robles ejected from Triple-A game after throwing bat at pitcher - NBC Sports
NBC Sports
Mariners' Victor Robles ejected from Triple-A game after throwing bat at pitcher - NBC Sports

Victor Robles was ejected during a Tacoma Rainiers rehab assignment after a tense moment with Las Vegas Aviators starter Joey Estes. Estes opened Robles’ third-inning at-bat with an inside he tried to avoid, and Robles swung in one of those tense moments, then dropped his bat behind the plate before retrieving it and firing it toward the mound. Umpire Joe McCarthy immediately threw Robles out. The scene escalated further when Robles later chucked a box of snacks toward the field before leaving for the clubhouse.

Robles had been hit by pitches three times in his previous four Tacoma games, adding a high-heat subtext to this appearance. This rehab miscue adds another data point for fantasy managers tracking Robles’ return timeline and potential volatility of his early action in the Mariners’ pipeline. It also highlights the pressure of live-armed A-levels and the risks players face when rehabbing, especially in a hostile environment against an opponent’s aggressively pitched inside fastballs.

What is Robles’ current rehab trajectory and what signs should fantasy managers watch for to gauge his MLB activation timeline?Which Mariners outfielders could benefit most in Robles’ absence during rehab, and who might see the biggest uptick upon his return?How should fantasy players interpret an incident like Robles’ ejection when projecting his upside and risk?What does this reveal about the risk-management framework teams use for rehab assignments and how should bettors interpret it?
Mentions:
@Joey Estes | | MLB
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August 18, 2025
Mariners OF Robles throws bat, ejected from Triple-A game - ESPN
ESPN
Mariners OF Robles throws bat, ejected from Triple-A game - ESPN

Victor Robles’ rehab stint with Tacoma ended in an abrupt ejection after he swung at an inside pitch and launched his bat toward the pitcher, Joey Estes. The drama didn’t stop there: Robles doubled back, yelled toward the mound, and later tossed a box of snacks as he headed to the clubhouse. The scene unfolded in a Triple-A game against Las Vegas as Robles tried to work his way back from an issue forcing his return to Seattle’s lineup.

The eruption came after Robles had already been plunked three times in his previous four Tacoma appearances, underscoring the volatility of rehab assignments and the pressure players feel to prove they’re ready. While the Mariners monitor his progress, the incident could stretch the countdown to his major-league return.

Estes, pitching for Las Vegas, appeared to have induced the moment with an inside offering, and Robles’ reaction—swinging to avoid contact, dropping the bat, and throwing it toward the mound—triggered the immediate ejection from plate umpire Joe McCarthy. The yellow-card moment, capped by Robles’ snack-toss, adds a wild chapter to a rehab narrative that MLB fantasy players will follow closely as Seattle maps Robles’ path back to the majors.

Mentions:
@Joey Estes | | MLB
@Joey Estes | | MLB
Las Vegas Aviators | MLB
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https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/46005746/marin..

August 25, 2025
Baseball Players Suddenly Breaking Bats on Check Swings
Stephen Douglas
Sports Illustrated
Baseball Players Suddenly Breaking Bats on Check Swings
Seattle rolled past Oakland 11-4 behind a multi-hit day from Polanco, who drove in two runs on a walk and a single. The day’s centerpiece was Polanco’s fourth plate appearance, when a check swing caused his bat to snap and sail into the outfield, an uncanny moment that drew social chatter and echoed a recent minor-league incident. The result was a brand-new, quirky narrative that spotlights Seattle’s offensive depth and the unusual volatility of at-bats.
Which players from the Mariners or A's organization could see a breakout move after this game?Does the bat-break incident alter how fantasy managers should view Polanco’s risk-reward profile?Which matchups could highlight Polanco’s fantasy upside in the near term?What equipment or prep steps could teams take to avoid similar incidents in the future?
Mentions:
@Joey Estes | Oakland Athletics | MLB
@Joey Estes | Oakland Athletics | MLB
@Jorge Polanco | Seattle Mariners | MLB
@Jorge Polanco | Seattle Mariners | MLB
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https://www.si.com/mlb/jorge-polanco-check-swing-b..

August 19, 2025
MLB Suspends Mariners' Victor Robles for Throwing Bat at Pitcher in Wild Ejection
Karl Rasmussen
Sports Illustrated
MLB Suspends Mariners' Victor Robles for Throwing Bat at Pitcher in Wild Ejection

Victor Robles’ weekend rehab stint in Tacoma ended in a chaotic scene after he was hit repeatedly by pitches from Joey Estes, prompting an aggressive reaction that included a bat throw and snacks tossed onto the field. MLB handed Robles a 10-game suspension, with an appeal anticipated; the discipline will be served once he’s eligible to return from the IL. Robles is aiming to work his way back to Seattle, but the ban muddies the timeline for fantasy managers monitoring the Mariners’ outfield.

Robles’ eruption came after Estes plunked him multiple times across three games in the series, fueling a confrontation that overshadowed Robles’ long rehab from injury. Seattle will watch his progression closely as he eyes MLB time again, while fantasy players weigh potential rust, discipline implications, and how Robles’ return could affect the Mariners’ outfield mix and lineup leverage when he’s back in action.

What is Robles' short-term fantasy outlook after a 10-game suspension and IL time?Does Estes’ incident change the Mariners’ approach to Robles on return?How should fantasy players interpret Robles’ return timeline with the suspension in play?Does the Robles incident alter the Mariners’ outfield rotation going forward?
Mentions:
@Joey Estes | | MLB
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Seattle Mariners | MLB
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https://www.si.com/mlb/mlb-suspends-mariners-victo..

August 19, 2025
Mariners' Victor Robles suspended after throwing bat toward pitcher following near-HBP in rehab game - CBSSports.com
@mikeaxisa
CBSSports
Mariners' Victor Robles suspended after throwing bat toward pitcher following near-HBP in rehab game - CBSSports.com
Victor Robles received a 10-game MLB suspension after a Triple-A rehab game incident where he threw his bat toward the pitcher and dumped seeds on the field as he departed. The discipline is set to take effect after his hearing and activation to an MLB roster, meaning a roughly two-week absence to start. Robles has publicly apologized, citing rehab fatigue and personal loss, which could color his return. For fantasy players, the ban delays a possible MLB impact and complicates Seattle’s outfield timeline, while his eventual return could bring a blend of speed and power if he resumes regular playing time.
What is the likely timeline for Robles' MLB return following the hearing, and how should fantasy managers adjust their rosters around it?Which metrics should fantasy managers monitor most closely as Robles nears activation?How does the incident affect the Mariners' fantasy outlook beyond Robles’ immediate return?What would constitute a best-case return for Robles in fantasy terms this season?
Mentions:
@Joey Estes | Oakland Athletics | MLB
@Joey Estes | Oakland Athletics | MLB
Las Vegas Aviators | MLB
Las Vegas Aviators | MLB
Seattle Mariners | MLB
Seattle Mariners | MLB
@Victor Robles | Seattle Mariners | MLB
@Victor Robles | Seattle Mariners | MLB

https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/mariners-victor..

August 18, 2025
Mariners' Victor Robles ejected from Triple-A game after throwing bat at pitcher - NBC Sports
NBC Sports
Mariners' Victor Robles ejected from Triple-A game after throwing bat at pitcher - NBC Sports

Victor Robles was ejected during a Tacoma Rainiers rehab assignment after a tense moment with Las Vegas Aviators starter Joey Estes. Estes opened Robles’ third-inning at-bat with an inside he tried to avoid, and Robles swung in one of those tense moments, then dropped his bat behind the plate before retrieving it and firing it toward the mound. Umpire Joe McCarthy immediately threw Robles out. The scene escalated further when Robles later chucked a box of snacks toward the field before leaving for the clubhouse.

Robles had been hit by pitches three times in his previous four Tacoma games, adding a high-heat subtext to this appearance. This rehab miscue adds another data point for fantasy managers tracking Robles’ return timeline and potential volatility of his early action in the Mariners’ pipeline. It also highlights the pressure of live-armed A-levels and the risks players face when rehabbing, especially in a hostile environment against an opponent’s aggressively pitched inside fastballs.

What is Robles’ current rehab trajectory and what signs should fantasy managers watch for to gauge his MLB activation timeline?Which Mariners outfielders could benefit most in Robles’ absence during rehab, and who might see the biggest uptick upon his return?How should fantasy players interpret an incident like Robles’ ejection when projecting his upside and risk?What does this reveal about the risk-management framework teams use for rehab assignments and how should bettors interpret it?
Mentions:
@Joey Estes | | MLB
@Joey Estes | | MLB
Las Vegas Aviators | MLB
Las Vegas Aviators | MLB
@Victor Robles | | MLB
@Victor Robles | | MLB

https://www.nbcsports.com/mlb/news/mariners-victor..

August 18, 2025
Mariners OF Robles throws bat, ejected from Triple-A game - ESPN
ESPN
Mariners OF Robles throws bat, ejected from Triple-A game - ESPN

Victor Robles’ rehab stint with Tacoma ended in an abrupt ejection after he swung at an inside pitch and launched his bat toward the pitcher, Joey Estes. The drama didn’t stop there: Robles doubled back, yelled toward the mound, and later tossed a box of snacks as he headed to the clubhouse. The scene unfolded in a Triple-A game against Las Vegas as Robles tried to work his way back from an issue forcing his return to Seattle’s lineup.

The eruption came after Robles had already been plunked three times in his previous four Tacoma appearances, underscoring the volatility of rehab assignments and the pressure players feel to prove they’re ready. While the Mariners monitor his progress, the incident could stretch the countdown to his major-league return.

Estes, pitching for Las Vegas, appeared to have induced the moment with an inside offering, and Robles’ reaction—swinging to avoid contact, dropping the bat, and throwing it toward the mound—triggered the immediate ejection from plate umpire Joe McCarthy. The yellow-card moment, capped by Robles’ snack-toss, adds a wild chapter to a rehab narrative that MLB fantasy players will follow closely as Seattle maps Robles’ path back to the majors.

Mentions:
@Joey Estes | | MLB
@Joey Estes | | MLB
Las Vegas Aviators | MLB
Las Vegas Aviators | MLB
Seattle Mariners | MLB
Seattle Mariners | MLB
@Victor Robles | Seattle Mariners | MLB
@Victor Robles | Seattle Mariners | MLB

https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/46005746/marin..

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