Bush Is Suspended

Matt Bush, 18, the top pick in the baseball draft two weeks ago, was suspended indefinitely by the San Diego Padres on Monday, a day after he was arrested at a Peoria, Ariz., nightclub for investigation of trespass, disorderly conduct and assault. He was later released.

Bush, who starred as a shortstop at San Diego’s Mission Bay High, agreed to a $3.15-million signing bonus.

Padre General Manager Kevin Towers, who spoke glowingly of Bush on draft day, was asked if the arrest changed his opinion.

“It certainly hasn’t helped,” Towers said.

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