Mets relief pitcher Drew Smith facing 10-game suspension (video)

New York Mets relief pitcher Drew Smith is facing a suspension after getting tossed from Tuesday’s Subway Series game against the Yankees for having a “sticky substance” on his hand.

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Under the new Major League Baseball rules, any player ejected for having a “sticky substance” on their hand or glove is given an automatic 10-game suspension.

However, the league will not officially announce the suspension until Wednesday.

The Mets will not be able to replace Smith on the active roster, which hurts a bullpen that is already one of the worst in baseball.



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