MLB News: New York Mets Pitcher Francisco Rodriguez Seeking Plea Bargain In Assault Case

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Rodriguez was in court this week and his attorney spoke about K-Rod seeking a plea deal.

Francisco Rodriguez’s attorney said he expects to have a plea bargain in place by the pitchers next court date of November 10.

Rodiguez is charged with assault after allegedly grabbing the Carlos Pena, the father of his girlfriend, and hitting him in the face after a game at Citi Field. He is also charged with criminal contempt of court for allegedly sending text messages to Pena’s daughter, Daian Pena, in violation of a court-issued protective order.