LA Times Editor Literally Named Houston Writes Scathing Column About Cheating Astros
By Parker White
By now, I'm sure you're aware of the Houston Astros scandal surrounding the use of technology to steal signs during the 2017 season. Some people say this system extended into the postseason that year, including the World Series where they faced the Los Angeles Dodgers.
The history books still have the Astros as champions, but that title seems flawed at this point, as fans are outraged over the scandal. One LA Times editor, who is ironically named Houston Mitchell, bashed the 'Stros in his latest column.
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— L.A. Times Sports (@latimessports) November 19, 2019
Mitchell makes suggestions regarding punishments if MLB finds the cheating to be true, particularly in the World Series. The recommendations include awarding the title to Los Angeles (though he admits that wouldn't happen), vacating the title completely, taking away draft picks, banning the 'Stros from postseason play in 2020, taking away their ability to sign free agents for a year or two, and suspending everyone who is knowingly involved.
In 2017 the Astros stole signs with use of a CF camera. They’d watch in real time with a monitor in the dug out and the players would make noises in the dug out to relay the pitches coming.
— Dodgers Talk (@LaDodgersTalk) November 12, 2019
Vacate their championship
CHEATERS
He didn't hold back when boldly declaring the Astros as cheaters, and it's easy to understand why he'd be upset, considering his team lost the World Series under what now seem to be questionable circumstances.
It'll be fascinating to see what his reaction is when the investigation is over and MLB issues punishment for this illegal act. We're sure he'll chime in again once the verdict is announced.