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Walker Buehler Ejected in Return, Red Sox Bullpen Secures Win

Buehler's third-inning ejection for arguing a strike call highlighted tensions, but Boston's relievers delivered 6.2 scoreless innings to defeat the Mets 2-0.

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BOSTON, MA - MAY 20: Pitcher Walker Buehler #0 of the Boston Red Sox shouts at home plate umpire Mike Estabrook after a pitch he thought was a strike was called a ball, as Carlos Narváez #75 holds him back during the second inning against the New York Mets at Fenway Park on May 20, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts. Buehler was thrown out of the game by Estabrook.
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Overview

  • Walker Buehler, returning from the injured list after shoulder bursitis, was ejected in the third inning for disputing a missed strike call with umpire Mike Estabrook.
  • Manager Alex Cora was also ejected after defending Buehler, marking his 18th career ejection and leaving the Red Sox to rely on their bullpen.
  • Replay and pitch-tracking data confirmed the disputed pitch was in the strike zone, intensifying scrutiny of MLB's umpiring protocols.
  • Boston's bullpen, featuring six pitchers, combined to shut out the Mets for nearly seven innings, with Aroldis Chapman earning his eighth save of the season.
  • Buehler later mocked Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor's on-field antics on social media, while expressing regret for putting his team in a difficult position.