Maxwell is certainly best known for his decision to kneel during the playing of the National Anthem when he played for the Athletics in 2017. He drew a lot of attention of all kinds at the time, which only increased the spotlight on his later arrest and subsequent plea plan. ESPN.coms Howard Bryant has actually authored an essential account of Maxwells scenario.
The As dropped Maxwell in the wake of the 2018 season, in which he performed improperly on the field in addition to his off-field difficulties. He has actually not suited up with another associated company given that.
Maxwell, now 29, did have an effective 2019 displaying in the Mexican League. Over 487 plate appearances, he turned in an excellent.325/.407/.559 hit and slash 24 house runs.
The Mets have actually accepted a handle catcher Bruce Maxwell, per Tim Healey of Newsday (via Twitter). As soon as he passes a physical and gets a pair of clean coronavirus tests, hell report to the teams alternative training website.
