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Giants manager Kapler suspended one game for returning after ejection

San Francisco Giants manager Gabe Kapler, right, gestures toward home plate umpire Chad Whitson after being ejected by Whitson during the fourth inning of a baseball game between the Giants and the Tampa Bay Rays in San Francisco, Tuesday, Aug. 15, 2023. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)

Overview

  • Kapler was ejected for arguing a questionable strike call in the fourth inning against the Rays.
  • This is Kapler's second ejection this season and seventh of his career.
  • He will serve his suspension during Friday's game against the Braves.
  • The Giants have lost eight of their last 11 games but remain in wild card contention.
  • Kapler's suspension comes as the Giants fight to stay in playoff race.