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Sign-Stealing Dispute Erupts at Fenway Before Red Sox Walk Off Angels

Allegations that Jose Flores was stealing Angels signals spurred Tyler Anderson’s on-field showdown with Boston coaches.

Kristian Campbell #28 of the Boston Red Sox reacts after missing a hit by Nolan Schanuel #18 of the Los Angeles Angels in the fifth innign at Fenway Park on June 03, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts.
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​Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Tyler Anderson

Overview

  • During pregame warm-ups on June 4 at Fenway Park, Angels pitcher Tyler Anderson confronted Red Sox first base coach Jose Flores over alleged sign-stealing, escalating into a wider scuffle that drew in multiple players and coaches.
  • Boston manager Alex Cora stepped in after the exchange to calm Anderson and his staff, defusing tensions before the series finale.
  • The Red Sox secured an 11-9 victory over the Angels with Ceddanne Rafaela’s two-run walk-off home run in the bottom of the ninth inning.
  • Boston has lost eight of its last ten games and owns a 6-17 record in one-run contests, fueling concerns about the team’s performance this season.
  • After Tuesday’s extra-innings loss, Cora publicly lamented repeated mistakes and the squad’s inability to improve under his leadership.