Red Sox' Steven Wright Arrested, Charged With Domestic Violence

BOSTON, MA — Red Sox pitcher Steven Wright faces two charges related to domestic violence after an incident with his wife Friday night in Tennessee.

Police records show Wright was arrested at 9:25 p.m. outside his Tennessee home and charged with domestic assault and prevention of a 911 call. He was released from jail Saturday morning.

In a statement obtained by NBC Sports Boston released by Wright's lawyer, Alex Little, and attributed to the Wright family, Wright "said things he deeply regrets" but "did not raise his hand." The argument was "purely emotional," according to the statement.

The Red Sox released a statement confirming they were aware of the incident and that Major League Baseball is investigating. The team called it a matter it takes "very seriously."

MLB has a domestic violence policy, under which multiple players have been suspended.

Wright, a 33-year-old knuckleballer, has pitched five seasons for Boston, peaking with an All-Star appearance in 2016. His last two seasons ended early with injuries.

Wright is due in court Dec. 21.

Photo via Williamson County Sheriff's Department