Former Mets GM Billy Eppler Suspended for 2024 Season Over Fabricated Injuries

MLB's investigation reveals Eppler's misuse of the injured list, marking a significant disciplinary action in baseball.

Billy Eppler, former GM of the New York Mets, has been suspended through the 2024 World Series for violating MLB's injured list rules.
The suspension follows an investigation that found Eppler directed the fabrication of injuries to manipulate roster spots during the 2022 and 2023 seasons.
Eppler's actions were determined to be independent, without involvement from Mets ownership or other superiors.
The case raises broader questions about the use of the 'phantom IL' in MLB, with speculation about further investigations into similar practices across the league.
Eppler's suspension serves as a warning to other teams and executives about the consequences of misusing the injured list.