As we all know, Chacon has been frustrated by the way he has been pitching. And he was moved to the bullpen, rather than being a solid #3 starter like he and us fans have expected. Today, Chacon told reporters this: "I lost my cool. I grabbed his neck and threw him on the ground. I jumped on top of him, and wanted to beat his (butt). Words were exchanged."
He did all of this to the Astros GM, Ed Wade. Has reported today, Chacon has pitched his final pitches as an Astro. He was released today. Waivers on Chacon expire at Noon central time, and if he is not claimed by another team within that time period, his contract will be terminated without pay.
Shawn Chacon was 2-3, with a 5.04 ERA in 15 starts for the Houston Astros in 2008.
