MLB commissioner Rob Manfred is coming under increasing pressure over his handling of the Astros’ sign-stealing scandal. Over the weekend, he went on a bit of a media blitz in defense of his actions (or lack thereof), which included an extensive interview with ESPN. Beginning at about the 2:10 mark, the Diamondbacks get mentioned.
Specifically, here’s what was said by Manfred.
“We were aware of rumors, not just about the Astros, but that there was sign stealing going on. Remember, in 2017, we had investigated and disciplined the Yankees and Red Sox.