Seattle Mariners outfielder Victor Robles was suspended for 10 games by Major League Baseball on Tuesday, days after he threw his bat toward the pitcher after nearly being hit by a pitch during a Triple-A rehab game Sunday. Robles is expected to appeal his suspension. It's worth noting that Robles must serve his suspension at the big-league level, so his punishment will not begin until after his hearing is held and he's activated onto an MLB roster.

Robles was immediately ejected and took a few steps toward the pitcher before the umpires and other players intervened. He then threw a bucket of seeds onto the field as he left the dugout.

Robles managed to foul off the pitch, a 89.9 mph fastball from righty Joey Estes ( Athletics ), as he ducked out of the way. The pitch was up ne

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