Osunas case is scheduled to return to court July 9
The lawyer for Blue Jays pitcher Roberto Osuna says his client intends to plead not guilty to an assault charge.
The 23-year-old closer, originally from Mexico, was arrested last month.
His lawyer, who appeared on behalf of Osuna in court today, says the charge is related to an alleged domestic incident.
Major League Baseball has placed Osuna on paid administrative leave and is renewing it week by week.
The pitcher, who is out on bail, has spent much of his time since his arrest in Florida, working out in preparation for his expected return to the Jays.
Osuna's case is scheduled to return to court July 9.
— with files from The Canadian Press