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White Sox’s Mike Clevinger investigated by MLB for domestic violence

Major League Baseball is investigating Chicago White Sox pitcher Mike Clevinger for violations of its domestic violence policy after the mother of one of his children accused him of physical and emotional abuse towards herself and her child.

The woman detailed instances of alleged physical abuse on her Instagram story and stated that Clevinger, 32, threw a wad of used chewing tobacco at their child.

A person familiar with the details confirmed to USA TODAY Sports that an ongoing investigation into Clevinger remains open, and that the White Sox were unaware of the allegations when they signed Clevinger to a one-year, $12 million deal last month.

The person spoke to USA TODAY Sports on condition of anonymity because the investigation is ongoing. The woman’s allegations were first reported by The Athletic.