DENVER — Rather than activate Jose Reyes following his domestic violence suspension, the Colorado Rockies cut the shortstop on Wednesday and almost certainly will be responsible for the US$34-million remaining on his contract. Because the 33-year-old has five or more years of major league service, he cannot be assigned outright to a minor league team without his consent. Reyes hit .259 in 47 games with Colorado last season. Reyes completed a 59-day suspension on May 31 for violating Major League Baseball’s new domestic violence policy, then went on a minor league injury rehabilitation assignment that was limited to 14 days. He tied a major league rookie record with 10 homers in April and hit his 17th against the Yankees on Tuesday.

Source: National Post June 15, 2016 19:41 UTC