Chris Cron ejected after disputing Michael Wacha's quick pitch

7 articles · Updated · Fox News · Apr 30

The first-inning incident came in the Athletics' 5-2 win over the Royals at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento, after Wacha pocketed a broken chain and delivered before Carlos Cortes was set.
Home plate umpire John Libka tossed the Athletics hitting coach almost immediately, and manager Mark Kotsay came out to confirm which staff member had been ejected.
Cortes later walked in the at-bat and finished two-for-three, while Cron had to cross the field to reach the outfield clubhouse as fans applauded.

Does this bizarre ejection signal a new era of gamesmanship under baseball's strict pitch clock rules?

As MLB's new rules prioritize speed, are umpires ignoring fair play when equipment fails mid-play?

With the A's building for Vegas, does this fiery ejection show a new fight in a rebuilding team?