Summary
The Boston Red Sox lost to the Cincinnati Reds, partly due to questionable calls by umpire C.B. Bucknor. Red Sox manager Alex Cora was ejected for arguing with Bucknor, whose decisions were challenged multiple times. Six out of eight call challenges against Bucknor were overturned, highlighting issues with his performance.
Key Facts
- The Red Sox lost 6-5 to the Reds in an 11-inning game.
- Umpire C.B. Bucknor faced criticism for his strike and ball calls.
- Bucknor had eight decisions challenged; six were overturned.
- Manager Alex Cora was ejected from the game in the eighth inning.
- Cora commented on Bucknor's performance, stating it wasn't his best day.
- The game highlighted the impact of MLB's Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) system on umpiring.
