Nelson, Garcia could get probation for roles in 2003 ALCS melee

? Two former New York Yankees players who allegedly assaulted a Fenway Park groundskeeper during the 2003 AL Championship series could have charges against them dropped if they perform community service and possibly undergo counseling.

Prosecutors planned to propose at a court hearing today that Jeff Nelson and Karim Garcia each perform 50 hours of community service and undergo an anger management evaluation. They also want the two to complete any appropriate counseling within six months.

If those requirements are completed, the assault and battery charges would be dismissed, Suffolk district attorney’s spokesman David Procopio said Monday evening.

Nelson, 37, now plays for the Texas Rangers. Garcia, 28, was released this August from the Baltimore Orioles.

Garcia’s attorney, Gerard Malone, said his client would accept the offer, which still must be approved by a judge.

James Merberg, who represents Nelson, did not immediately return a message seeking comment Monday evening.