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Benches Clear After Reds' Sal Stewart Thrown at Twice by White Sox

Benches Clear After Reds' Sal Stewart Thrown at Twice by White Sox

Summary

During a baseball game between the Cincinnati Reds and the Chicago White Sox, Reds player Sal Stewart was hit by two pitches from White Sox pitcher Davis Martin, causing a confrontation and the benches to clear. Martin was ejected from the game, which the Reds won 9-8, despite a difficult season for the team.

Key Facts

  • Sal Stewart of the Reds was hit by pitches twice in one game by Davis Martin of the White Sox.
  • Stewart had hit a home run earlier against Martin in the game.
  • After the second pitch, the teams’ benches cleared and players exchanged words.
  • Davis Martin was ejected from the game for his pitching actions.
  • Reds manager Terry Francona said the pitches were dangerous and “extremely blatant.”
  • The Reds won the game 9-8 against the White Sox.
  • The Reds are having a tough season with a losing record and poor pitching statistics.
  • The team is not a strong contender in the National League Wild Card race this year.
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