Minnesota Twins third baseman Miguel Sano will not face a suspension over allegations of sexual assault, according to a report.
The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal reported that the league had investigated the claims, but will not take disciplinary action against the third baseman.
Sources: #MNTwins’ Miguel Sano, investigated by MLB after being accused of sexual assault, will NOT be suspended by the league.
— Ken Rosenthal (@Ken_Rosenthal) March 23, 2018
In a statement, the league cited “conflicting and inconsistent witness accounts and the absence of contemporaneous substantiation” as reasons behind the lack of discipline.
Official word from MLB on Sano: “The comprehensive investigation included interviews of more than 20 individuals, including Sanó and the complainant, as well as a review of available documents, including communication records . . . “
— Ken Rosenthal (@Ken_Rosenthal) March 23, 2018
More from MLB on Sano: “The Office of the Commissioner found that there was insufficient evidence to support a disciplinary determination against Sanó, due to conflicting and inconsistent witness accounts and the absence of contemporaneous substantiation.”
— Ken Rosenthal (@Ken_Rosenthal) March 23, 2018
Sano was accused by photographer Betsy Bissen of attempting to assault her at a shopping mall, claims which Sano has denied.
