Pittsburgh Pirates reliever Dennis Santana will serve a three-game suspension for an on-field altercation with a fan during a game against the Detroit Tigers. The incident occurred on June 19, and the punishment was adjusted from four games to three following an appeal. The suspension began on Sunday, coinciding with the Pirates' series against the New York Mets.

During the altercation, Santana was filmed pointing out the fan to security and attempting to confront him after complaints about provocative behavior. Despite the incident, Santana has had a solid season, with a 1.50 ERA and five saves in 36 games. His recent performance included a strong outing against the Mets, striking out two in 1⅔ innings. Santana expressed regret over the situation but asserted his calm demeanor on the field.