NEW YORK — Tensions flared at Yankee Stadium on Saturday night when James Rowson, the New York Yankees’ hitting coach, faced ejection during the game against the Boston Red Sox. The drama unfolded in the fourth inning, triggered by mounting frustration over plate umpire Bruce Dreckman’s strike zone.
Rowson’s dissatisfaction reached its peak when Jasson Domínguez encountered a contentious called strike, contributing to the at-bat concluding in a strikeout. The disagreement was palpable as Rowson’s vocal protests from the dugout drew the umpire’s attention. Reacting to the outburst, Dreckman removed his mask, advanced a few steps towards the Yankees’ dugout, and signaled Rowson’s ejection from the game.
This incident marked the fourth ejection for the Yankees this season and the third for Rowson since he took on the role of hitting coach last season. In total, this was Rowson’s fifth ejection in his career, reflecting the intensity and passion with which he approaches his coaching responsibilities.
When Rowson was removed from the game, the Yankees were trailing with a score of 8-3. Despite the disruption, the team managed to rally and score twice more following the ejection, showing resilience in the face of adversity. The nature of the game emphasized the high stakes and emotions that often accompany rival matches in Major League Baseball.