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In a post on its website, MLB wrote, in part, "MLB
and its Clubs will continue to strive to create environments in
which individuals feel accepted; and when they do not, they feel
comfortable speaking up without fear of recrimination,
retaliation, or ostracism.
"Because it is imperative that we are made aware of
inappropriate conduct so that it may be addressed and remedied,
MLB and its Clubs will provide multiple avenues for any
individual to make a complaint, with an option to remain
anonymous. All MLB and Club employees will be held accountable
for inappropriate conduct, regardless of an individual's
seniority, rank, or stature.
"Harassment and discrimination have no place within or around
Major League Baseball -- we must work together to build an even
playing field for all those involved in our beloved game. If you
wish to report a concern about conduct inconsistent with these
principles, please call our externally managed Speak Up hotline
at 1-844-993-0562."
The action comes in the wake of allegations that then-New York
Mets general manager Jared Porter and current Los Angeles Angels
pitching coach Mickey Callaway (a former Mets manager) made
untoward advances via text toward women working in sports media.
The Mets fired Porter after he admitted to sending inappropriate
messages to a woman. Callaway denied similar charges directed
against him by five women, and the Angels suspended him pending
the results of an investigation.
MLB stated it will not tolerate discrimination based on "race,
color, creed, national origin or citizenship status, ancestry,
religion, gender, sexual orientation, actual or perceived gender
identity, physical or mental disability, age, or any other
characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws."
--Field Level Media
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