Its understandable if you missed the Dallas Cowboys story last week. Between the Cubs World Series title and the election, a lot has been happening. But that doesnt make this story any less notable.During the most recent NFL owners meetings, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones approached the leagues top investigator, Lisa Friel, and raised his voice at her while discussing Ezekiel Elliott, the rkie running back who is being investigated by the NFL for alleged domestic violence, according to several people who witnessed the encounter.Jones said he recognized that investigations were her bread and butter and ended the conversation with: Your bread and butter is going to get both of us thrown out on the street, according to ESPN The Magazine reporter Seth Wickersham, who witnessed the encounter, which was reported by Outside the Lines. Other witnesses downplayed Jones intensity.A public relations person immediately led Jones out of the hotel bar. An NFL spokesperson said there arent any rules against this kind of interaction.But that doesnt mean it isnt problematic.Its unsettling that Jones thinks he can lobby Friel on Elliotts behalf in an informal setting. On one hand, you cant blame him -- the league has been completely inconsistent in handing down penalties related to domestic violence accusation. The NFL has used mitigating factors to reduce suspensions, and it never has used aggravating factors to increase a punishment.The NFLs disciplinary process isnt a court of law, but players and fans should be able to have confidence that the case is at least getting a clear-eyed lk. Jones actions undermined any appearance of an unbiased review.Jones should respect the process. But the NFL should make sure the process is one to respect.The owners meetings tk place a week before new information emerged on former Giants kicker Josh Brown. Brown had been suspended for only one game after a domestic violence arrest last year. The punishment fell well short of the six-game minimum suspension called for in the NFLs 2014 Personal Conduct Policy.In a document released later, Brown admitted to domestic abuse against his wife. It was information the investigation didnt initially have, but it echoed statements his wife made to police when she called 911. Brown was released by the Giants on Oct. 25.Elliotts case is very different. Hes hasnt been arrested, nor has he had charges filed against him. According to a July 22 police report, Elliotts girlfriend claimed he assaulted her and said she had pain in her right wrist and a red mark. Four witnesses to the incident said they did not observe an assault, and police directed his girlfriend to the prosecutors office.USA Today reported Nov. 4 that the same woman called police in Florida in February with similar allegations.The NFL said in July that it would review the allegations against Elliott under its personal conduct policy.In any review, players should be able to expect a resolution in a reasonable amount of time. Friel will sort through the evidence she can gather. Her group will make a recommendation, and commissioner Roger Gdell will review it.But Jones actions seem to imply that Friels investigative work is detrimental to the league. Elliott is one of the brightest young stars in the NFL. If he were to receive a suspension, and the 6-1 Cowboys were to lose him for any length of time, it could affect the teams NFC East standings and their shot at the playoffs. That could take money out of Jones pocket.Friel is no shrinking violet. Jones type of persuasion isnt likely to have an effect on her investigation. She was at the meeting to give owners a presentation on her work -- work that apparently isnt fully appreciated by all 31 owners.Jones doesnt understand punishing a marquee player because he doesnt see the NFLs problem with domestic violence. He praised Greg Hardys leadership during a season when these photos of Hardys ex-girlfriend were published. If Hardy had played better, if he hadnt stormed into a special teams huddle and knocked a clipboard out of a coachs hands, its possible that hed still be in a Dallas uniform.Is that the NFLs bread and butter?Although there are still serious problems with the investigations, at least the NFL is making a serious and sustained effort to impose discipline so fans dont have to justify cheering for a player like Hardy.Jones should at the very least understand that and show some respect for the woman who represents that effort. Adidas NMD R2 Heren . 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Were going to need him the next month and a half. Im certainly not concerned long-term about Miggy.Following the Tigers 6-1 loss to the Royals on Tuesday, Cabrera pronounced himself ready to play.Im gd. I always want to play, he said. Sometimes, youve got to step back and get a day off and go tomorrow.Cabrera has dealt with assorted injuries in recent seasons but missed just his second game this season. Hes not putting up the monster numbers he had during his prime but hes not that far off. He ranks among the American Leagues Top 10 in batting average (.310), home runs (27) and RBI (77).With third baseman Nick Castellanos, shortstop Jose Iglesias and center fielder Cameron Maybin on the 15-day disabled list, the Tigers cant afford to lose Cabreras bat in the heart of the lineup.If this was the last week of the season, I promise you Miggy would be playing and hed want to be in there, Ausmus said. 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He is 6-0 with a 3.18 ERA in nine career outings against Detroit, including two victories this season.Ventura (8-9) has found a level of consistency in his last seven starts, never allowing more than three runs.Hes staying within himself better, Kansas City manager Ned Yost said. At times, hes got such gd stuff, he tends to overthrow. When he overthrows, he loses location.When he stays within himself, his stuff is actually better. The velocity on his fastball is better. The action on his curveball and changeups are better. When he overthrows, he flies open and leaves everything flat, so hes been doing a really gd job the last six weeks of trying to stay within himself and execute pitches.Ventura earned a road victory at Minnesota on Friday and will try to win consecutive road starts for the first time this season. He has a 3.68 ERA in his last six road outings.Its experience more than anything else, Yost said. 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