Yankees' Domingo German voluntarily enters treatment facility for alcohol abuse

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The New York Yankees announced starter Domingo German, who threw the 24the perfect game in MLB history earlier this season, has been placed on the restricted list after voluntarily entering a treatment facility for alcohol abuse.

"Domingo German has agreed today to voluntarily submit to inpatient treatment for alcohol abuse," the Yankees said on X, formally known as Twitter. "He will be placed on the Restricted List for the time that he is away from the club. 

"It is critical Domingo completely focuses on addressing his health and well-being. We will respect his privacy as he begins this process."

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New York Yankees' Domingo German pitches during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Tampa Bay Rays, Monday, July 31, 2023, in New York.  (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

During a press conference following the announcement, Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said he doesn't expect German to return this season.

German has been having an up-and-down season on the mound for the Yankees, but an issue regarding alcohol abuse was not previously reported. 

However, alcohol was involved in a domestic violence incident that occurred in 2019, which eventually led to an 81-game suspension for German. 

During a gala hosted by then-teammate CC Sabathia in New York, German was seen slapping his girlfriend at the event, according to The Athletic. Then, while intoxicated, he reportedly became violent following the gala. 

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