Cincinnati OF Kevin Mitchell is suspended by the Reds for the final 13 games of the season. After receiving permission to stay behind in San Diego on an off-day, Mitchell did not show up in Pittsburgh as expected yesterday or today, precipitating the suspension.

On September 18, 1996 — Cincinnati OF Kevin Mitchell is suspended by the Reds for the final 13 games of the season. After receiving permission to stay behind in San Diego on an off-day, Mitchell did not show up in Pittsburgh as expected yesterday or today, precipitating the suspension.

 


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