Report: Edwin Diaz Linked to Cockfighting Investigation

The Los Angeles Dodgers are facing controversy with reliever Edwin Diaz, who has been linked to illegal cockfighting in Puerto Rico. Reports indicate that Diaz, while in a Dodgers uniform, promoted cockfighting events on social media and was photographed at a cockfighting arena, despite the sport being federally banned since 2019. Diaz, who signed a three-year, $69 million contract, has struggled this season with a 10.50 ERA and is currently on the injured list. The situation raises concerns over his conduct amidst his poor performance.

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