Nyjer Morgan came to Milwaukee with a past history of confrontational episodes. In Washington, he went at it with his manager burning some bridges, to be sure. His now famous video where he rushes a Florida pitcher goes on to show that his action started a bench-clearing brawl. On one occasion, he was suspended for eight games following an angry toss of a ball into the stands that hit a fan. “T-Plush” is not afraid to show his true colors when it comes to emotions during the game and the Brewers found that out once again on Wednesday.
The Brewers were down 2-0 to the Cardinals in the final game of a three-game series. A ninth inning showdown between Morgan, opposing pitcher Chris Carpenter, and St. Louis first basemen Albert Pujols ensued, clearing both dugouts. Morgan's little gaffe didn't end with any serious repercussions, but the Brewers management wasn't happy. Manager Ron Roenicke wouldn't comment on the discipline that was handed out, but did say that the proper action had been taken. He went on to say that he understands that emotions run high on the field, and that Morgan can let his emotions get the best of him.
Morgan did not start on Thursday night against the Phillies but did come in during the sixth. He did his best to avoid the questions from the media regarding the incident, but he did say that it was all in fun and players should understand that.
The Brewers were down 2-0 to the Cardinals in the final game of a three-game series. A ninth inning showdown between Morgan, opposing pitcher Chris Carpenter, and St. Louis first basemen Albert Pujols ensued, clearing both dugouts. Morgan's little gaffe didn't end with any serious repercussions, but the Brewers management wasn't happy. Manager Ron Roenicke wouldn't comment on the discipline that was handed out, but did say that the proper action had been taken. He went on to say that he understands that emotions run high on the field, and that Morgan can let his emotions get the best of him.
Morgan did not start on Thursday night against the Phillies but did come in during the sixth. He did his best to avoid the questions from the media regarding the incident, but he did say that it was all in fun and players should understand that.
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