Tensions Flare in World Series Game 7 as Dodgers’ Pitcher Sparks Benches Clearing Incident
In a dramatic turn of events during Game 7 of the World Series, emotions boiled over when Dodgers pitcher Justin Wrobleski accidentally hit Blue Jays shortstop Andrés Giménez with a pitch to the hand in the fourth inning on Saturday night.
Wrobleski’s pitch came after a series of high-and-inside fastballs aimed at Giménez, culminating in a 96.4 mph fastball hitting the Blue Jays player. The incident led to a heated confrontation as Giménez reacted, prompting both teams’ benches and bullpens to clear onto the field.
Umpire Jordan Baker intervened swiftly, separating the players and restoring order. Following a brief discussion among the umpires, a warning was issued to both teams to prevent further escalation.
Despite the tense moment, the game resumed after a short pause, with Wrobleski facing George Springer, who promptly hit a line drive back at the pitcher’s leg. Wrobleski, visibly shaken but determined, stayed in the game after receiving attention from the team staff.
The Dodgers’ pitcher left the game to a mixed reaction from the crowd after striking out Nathan Lukes, making way for Tyler Glasnow with the Dodgers trailing 3-1. The inning concluded with a critical play by Vladimir Guerrero Jr., catching a line drive to center field.