MLB to investigate Puig for role in nightclub fight

Yasiel Puig has been a polarizing presence in the Los Angeles Dodgers' clubhouse for several years, and his reputation is set to take another blow after he allegedly incited a melee at a Miami nightclub earlier this week.

The divisive 24-year-old will be investigated by the commissioner's office under the league's new Joint Domestic Violence Policy for his involvement in a nightclub fight on Wednesday at Blue Martini, an upscale bar in Miami, a MLB spokesperson said Friday night.

Miami police spokesman Major Delrish Moss told the Associated Press that Puig was asked to leave the bar following an argument with his sister. Puig was then involved in an altercation with a bouncer, resulting in a swollen left eye and bruises to his face. The bouncer claimed Puig sucker-punched him according to Moss, while Puig stated the bouncer was too aggressive. No charges were laid.

Puig is coming off an injury-plagued campaign with the Dodgers, and has been the subject of trade rumors for some time now due to a logjam in the L.A. outfield and his fiery personality. He's had a history of quarrels with teammates, including Zack Greinke and Matt Kemp, leading to speculation his time with the Dodgers may soon be over.

The league implemented the domestic violence policy in September and is already investigating Colorado Rockies shortstop Jose Reyes after he was arrested for allegedly assaulting his wife.