Bucknor’s Eight-Challenge Outing Sparks ABS Controversy
Umpire C.B. Bucknor drew heavy scrutiny in an 11-inning Red Sox–Reds game, with eight challenged calls (two upheld early) and multiple disputed decisions that helped shape a 6-5 Reds victory in 3:32. Alex Cora was ejected after a check-swing dispute; Trevor Story and Marcelo Mayer were involved in close calls, and the day underscored Bucknor’s perceived loose strike zone, suggesting a potentially rough ABS season ahead.