Colorado Rockies bench rookie outfielder Cole Carrigg after he makes an obscene gesture toward fans during a game against the Atlanta Braves. Multiple reports say Carrigg flipped his middle finger following a failed diving catch attempt in Saturday’s matchup, and the move results in him missing at least part of the team’s schedule.
Both outlets describe the incident occurring in Atlanta during Saturday’s loss. Yahoo Sports reports that Carrigg will miss at least one game, while The Athletic adds that the team’s manager indicates he will miss “a couple days.” The Athletic also notes that after the initial decision to bench him, the Rockies still use Carrigg as a pinch hitter in the seventh inning, suggesting a distinction between discipline and immediate on-field role.
