MLB suspends Pirates RHP Chris Devenski, skipper Don Kelly
May 2, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher Chris Devenski delivers the ball to the Cincinnati Reds during the sixth inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Philip G. Pavely-Imagn Images Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander Chris Devenski received a three-game suspension and an undisclosed fine from Major League Baseball on Tuesday for intentionally throwing at Sal Stewart of the Cincinnati Reds on Saturday.
MLB also announced Pirates manager Don Kelly was handed a one-game suspension and a fine. He will serve that ban in Pittsburgh's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday in Phoenix.
After reaching a settlement, Devenski's suspension was reduced to two games, according to multiple reports. The reliever is also expected to begin his suspension on Tuesday.
Devenski, 35, threw at Stewart during the top of the seventh inning of the Pirates' 17-7 home victory over the Reds.
Devenski has a 7.71 ERA without a decision in three relief appearances this season. He owns a 27-22 record with a 3.93 ERA in 319 career appearances (eight starts) with seven teams. He was an All-Star with the Houston Astros in 2017.
--Field Level Media
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