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Chris Sale Ejected Before Braves‑Yankees Game After Balk Dispute

Umpires say the pregame removal followed a balk review that officials tied to Sale failing to declare a windup as a hybrid pitcher, a ruling that highlights how a niche rule can sway play.

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last mo.

Umpire 'Pushing' Signal Prevents Review, Vitello Ejected as Royals Rally to Sweep Giants

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2mo ago

Taylor Walls Ejected Over Misinterpreted Helmet Tap in Rays’ 1-0 Defeat

Umpires

Chris Sale Ejected Before Braves‑Yankees Game After Balk Dispute

Umpire 'Pushing' Signal Prevents Review, Vitello Ejected as Royals Rally to Sweep Giants

Seven Veteran MLB Umpires, Including C.B. Bucknor, Accept 2026 Buyouts

Boone Ejected After Disputed Varsho Catch at Yankee Stadium

Michael Wacha’s Broken Chain Precedes A’s Coach Ejection in 5-2 Oakland Win

Taylor Walls Ejected Over Misinterpreted Helmet Tap in Rays’ 1-0 Defeat