Overview

• Blue Jays pitcher José Berríos accused Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh of relaying pitch signs from second base during the fourth inning of an April 19 game at Rogers Centre.
• The confrontation between Berríos and Raleigh led to both benches clearing, though no physical altercations occurred, and the game continued without interruption.
• Cal Raleigh denied the accusation, stating he was not relaying signs and supporting the idea that pitchers should defend themselves if they suspect sign-stealing.
• Raleigh delivered a pivotal two-run double in the fifth inning, contributing to the Mariners’ 8-4 victory in 12 innings, and reached base five times during the game.
• Blue Jays manager John Schneider called sign-stealing ‘fair game’ while backing Berríos’ reaction, highlighting ongoing MLB debates over gamesmanship and unwritten rules.