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Phillies manager Joe Girardi backs MLB’s ban of pitchers’ sticky stuff, but wishes it was starting immediately

Beginning Monday, umpires will be authorized to check pitchers for illegal substances. Those who are found to be violating the rule can be ejected or suspended for 10 games.

Philadelphia Phillies manager Joe Girardi applauds as Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Aaron Nola returns to the dugout in the fifth inning as the Phillies play the New York Yankees at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, Pa. on June 13, 2021.
Philadelphia Phillies manager Joe Girardi applauds as Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Aaron Nola returns to the dugout in the fifth inning as the Phillies play the New York Yankees at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, Pa. on June 13, 2021.Read moreDAVID MAIALETTI / Staff Photographer