Giants Suspend Payments to Bader After Scooter Accident

According to Giants President of Baseball Operations Buster Posey, the scooter accident delayed Bader's treatment timeline for plantar fasciitis. The Giants are investigating the circumstances of the accident. Bader, sidelined since May 29 with plantar fasciitis in his left foot, signed a two-year, $20.5 million contract with the team in January.

Appearing in 30 games, he batted .170 with five home runs before his season ended. The Giants currently sit fourth in the NL West with a 47-62 record. cat-cross.com