Overview
- The night ended with a riot, resulting in seven hospitalizations and nine arrests.
- A previous brawl between the teams and provocative media coverage fueled tensions.
- Fans consumed an estimated 60,000 beers, leading to widespread drunkenness and disorder.
- Players and umpires were assaulted with projectiles, including beer cups and folding chairs.
- The game was forfeited to the Texas Rangers, marking a dark chapter in MLB history.