Baseball scouting practices in Latin America are being placed under an even bigger magnifying glass. Federal authorities are looking into scouting in the region, particularly skimming of signing bonuses and in the Dominican Republic, including the investigation of Washington Nationals general manager Jim Bowden.
Bowden said Monday that he is innocent of any wrogndoing.
He is part of a federal investigation into how prospects are recruited in Latin America, according to the Associated Press.
Last year, the Chicago White Sox fired three people involved with scouting in Latin America, not elaborating beyond a statement saying they were fired "for actions in Latin America that were violations of club policy and standards."
Sports Illustrated reports that one former Latin America scout Jorge Oquendo previously worked for Bowden.
Sources: AP. Kansas City Star
Photo: SI, Jim Bowden
Interesting information, I wasn't aware of this situation.
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