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Sox-Pirates benches flare as 4-2 loss caps tense night
sports1 month ago

Sox-Pirates benches flare as 4-2 loss caps tense night

The Chicago White Sox dropped a 4-2 decision to the Pittsburgh Pirates at Rate Field after a seventh-inning double play halted a bases-loaded threat and sparked a benches-clearing exchange; Chicago was largely quiet offensively, going 1-for-8 with runners in scoring position and leaving nine on base, while Munetaka Murakami hit a solo homer in the eighth. Sam Antonacci defended his aggressive slide as tensions cooled, and starter Davis Martin worked five innings with one run allowed as the Pirates bullpen closed out the game, keeping Chicago two games ahead in the AL Central.

via Chicago Tribune|
#benches-clearing#mlb#pittsburgh-pirates
Caballero’s delay triggers MLB pitch-clock crackdown, igniting Yankees–umpires clash
sports2 months ago

Caballero’s delay triggers MLB pitch-clock crackdown, igniting Yankees–umpires clash

Yankees shortstop José Caballero was hit with an automatic strike for delaying the pitch clock during a 5-3 loss to the Pirates, sparking a heated exchange with umpires and manager Aaron Boone as MLB moves to stricter enforcement of the eight-second rule. Crew chief Adrian Johnson said the league instructed officials to crack down on batters trying to deceive the pitcher, following a prior benches-clearing incident; Boone said he hadn’t been warned about the enforcement change, Caballero complained of selective calls, and Yankees hitting coach James Rowson was later ejected.

via The New York Times|
#benches-clearing#jose-caballero#mlb-rules
Cavalli, Contreras suspended seven games after Fenway benches-clearing incident
sports3 months ago

Cavalli, Contreras suspended seven games after Fenway benches-clearing incident

MLB suspended Nationals pitcher Cade Cavalli and Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras for seven games each for their roles in a benches-clearing brawl at Fenway Park; Nationals reliever Miles Mikolas got five games and Red Sox outfielder Nate Eaton three, with undisclosed fines for all. Cavalli apologized for a remark—“Sit down, boy”—that sparked the incident, a phrase Contreras said could carry racial overtones though he wasn’t sure of the intent. The suspensions begin Friday, appeals are allowed, and the process will proceed with the discipline held in abeyance until resolution.

via The Guardian|
#baseball#benches-clearing#mlb
Contreras spurs Fenway benches-clearing skirmish after plate collision
sports4 months ago

Contreras spurs Fenway benches-clearing skirmish after plate collision

Willson Contreras sparked a benches-clearing incident at Fenway when he barreled toward home on a hit by Ceddanne Rafaela, colliding with Twins catcher Victor Caratini as the throw beat him to the plate; the exchange led to a brief dugout brawl with no punches thrown, and Contreras later warned the Brewers that retaliation would follow if they hit him again, amid a history of on-field altercations for the Red Sox star.

via New York Post|
#benches-clearing#boston-red-sox#home-plate-collision
Valdez ejected as Tigers-Red Sox benches clear after hit-by-pitch
sports5 months ago

Valdez ejected as Tigers-Red Sox benches clear after hit-by-pitch

Detroit left-hander Framber Valdez was ejected after hitting Trevor Story with a 94 mph fastball following back-to-back homers by Willson Contreras and Wilyer Abreu, triggering a benches-clearing incident in the Red Sox’s 10-3 win over the Tigers; the moment adds to ongoing scrutiny of Valdez’s temperament as he adjusts to Detroit on a three-year, $115 million deal.

via The New York Times|
#benches-clearing#boston-red-sox#detroit-tigers
Tensions Flare as Dodgers-Padres Series Ends in Ejections and Bench Clearing
sports1 year ago

Tensions Flare as Dodgers-Padres Series Ends in Ejections and Bench Clearing

Tensions between the Dodgers and Padres escalated into a benches-clearing brawl after Tatis Jr. was hit by a pitch, leading to ejections for both managers and a heated series of events that included accusations of intentional hits and ongoing rivalry. The game ended with the Dodgers narrowly losing, but the rivalry is expected to continue with upcoming matchups.

via Los Angeles Times|
#benches-clearing#dodgers#ejection
Benches Clear as Harper Dodges Near HBP in Phillies-Giants Clash
sports2 years ago

Benches Clear as Harper Dodges Near HBP in Phillies-Giants Clash

Benches cleared during the Phillies-Giants game after Kyle Harrison nearly hit Bryce Harper with consecutive up-and-in pitches. Harper, who has a history of being hit by pitches, was visibly upset but ultimately grounded out to end the inning. The incident adds to Harper's contentious history with the Giants and comes amid a mini-slump for the slugger and a three-game losing streak for the Phillies, who still lead the NL East.

via Bleacher Report|
#benches-clearing#bryce-harper#mlb
Bryce Harper Sparks Benches-Clearing Incident in Phillies-Giants Game
sports2 years ago

Bryce Harper Sparks Benches-Clearing Incident in Phillies-Giants Game

During a Phillies-Giants game, benches cleared after Giants pitcher Kyle Harrison threw two inside pitches to Bryce Harper, leading to a brief verbal exchange. No punches were thrown, and no one was ejected. Both players later clarified there was no malicious intent. The incident coincided with the seven-year anniversary of Harper's brawl with Hunter Strickland at the same park. Harper has a history of being hit by pitches, adding context to his reaction.

via CBS Sports|
#benches-clearing#bryce-harper#mlb
Red Sox Edge Brewers in Tense, Bench-Clearing Victory
sports2 years ago

Red Sox Edge Brewers in Tense, Bench-Clearing Victory

The Brewers-Red Sox series at Fenway Park ended with a benches-clearing incident after Chris Martin and Brewers first base coach Quintin Barry exchanged words. No punches were thrown, and tensions quickly subsided. Christian Yelich commented that such incidents are part of baseball, while Martin expressed displeasure over the Brewers' consecutive bunts. The teams won't meet again in the regular season.

via NESN|
#benches-clearing#brewers#chris-martin
"Benches Clear as Red Sox Edge Brewers in Tense Showdown"
sports2 years ago

"Benches Clear as Red Sox Edge Brewers in Tense Showdown"

The Boston Red Sox and Milwaukee Brewers had a benches-clearing incident at Fenway Park after heated words were exchanged between Red Sox pitcher Chris Martin and Brewers first base coach Quintin Berry. The altercation stemmed from Martin's frustration over the Brewers bunting twice in the seventh inning of a tied game. Although no punches were thrown, both teams' bullpens rushed to the infield, and the situation was defused without disciplinary action. The Red Sox ultimately won the game with an RBI single by Jarren Duran in the eighth inning.

via Fox News|
#benches-clearing#brewers#chris-martin
"Benches Clear as Mets and Brewers Clash Over Hoskins' Slide"
sports2 years ago

"Benches Clear as Mets and Brewers Clash Over Hoskins' Slide"

The New York Mets and Milwaukee Brewers had a heated exchange on Opening Day after Rhys Hoskins slid hard into second base, leading to a confrontation with Mets second baseman Jeff McNeil. The benches cleared as both teams exchanged words, with McNeil expressing frustration over Hoskins' slide. The Mets ultimately lost the game 3-1, with McNeil criticizing Hoskins' history of questionable slides. Hoskins, who spent seven years with the Mets' NL East rival Philadelphia Phillies, signed a two-year, $34 million contract with the Brewers in the offseason and can opt out after the 2024 season.

via USA TODAY|
#benches-clearing#milwaukee-brewers#mlb
"Tempers flare as benches clear in heated ALCS clash between Houston Astros and Texas Rangers"
sports3 years ago

"Tempers flare as benches clear in heated ALCS clash between Houston Astros and Texas Rangers"

Tensions boiled over in Game 5 of the ALCS between the Houston Astros and the Texas Rangers as both benches cleared after Texas' Adolis García was hit by a pitch. No punches were thrown, but three individuals, including Houston manager Dusty Baker, were ejected. The Astros went on to win the game 5-4 with a three-run homer by Jose Altuve in the ninth inning, taking a 3-2 lead in the series. The winner will face either the Philadelphia Phillies or the Arizona Cardinals in the World Series.

via Yahoo Sports|
#alcs#benches-clearing#houston-astros