Yankees Slam Umpire as Astros Win in Dramatic Game
Yankees Manager Ejected in Bitter Loss
New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone was ejected by plate umpire Brian Walsh during a game. Boone expressed his frustration by telling Walsh, "You f—ing stink." Third baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. posted on social media advocating for Walsh's suspension and made a lewd comment to another user. Pitcher Devin Williams criticized Walsh's performance as "ridiculous" after being ejected as well. Catcher Austin Wells mentioned feeling that the umpires had shown a particular bias against the Yankees during the game.
The Yankees suffered a tough 8-7 loss, dropping them 3 1/2 games behind the Toronto Blue Jays in the American League East but keeping them just ahead of the Boston Red Sox for the top wild-card position with 24 days left in the regular season.
The game took a turn in the eighth inning when Williams, tasked with protecting a tie, struggled and was removed by Boone after a series of disputed calls by Walsh. Williams disagreed with several calls, leading to his ejection. The Yankees felt the umpire's strike zone was inconsistent throughout the game.
Tensions rose further when a controversial call went against the Yankees, resulting in another run for the opposing team. Despite a late comeback attempt with a three-run homer, the Yankees fell short, with Chisholm striking out to end the game. The team expressed frustration with the umpiring decisions and the outcome of the game.
The Yankees had initially held a lead in the game, with standout performances from players like Giancarlo Stanton and Austin Wells. However, the team's momentum was halted by a series of events in the later innings, leading to their defeat.
After the game, the Yankees' clubhouse was somber, with players reflecting on the disappointing loss. Despite a recent win, the team faced challenges in the game against the Astros, leading to a difficult outcome. Boone credited the Astros for their performance and acknowledged the missed opportunities for the Yankees during the game.