Toronto Blue Jays hitting coach suspended for 14 games

Toronto Blue Jays hitting coach Brook Jacoby has been given a 14-game suspension by MLB.

The ban has been handed down for "post-game conduct toward the umpire crew" following the Blue Jays' 4-1 loss to the Boston Red Sox last Wednesday.

Jacoby is reported to have got into a shouting match with the umpires at Fenway Park after taking exception to the officiating during the game.

Visiting teams and umpires use the same tunnel at Fenway Park, but changes have been made in the wake of the incident to ensure players and coaching staff wait until the officials have left the field before departing themselves.

The Blue Jays have appealed the sanction, meaning Jacoby will remain in the dugout for the time being.