"Benches Clear as Mets and Brewers Clash Over Hoskins' Slide"

The New York Mets and Milwaukee Brewers had a heated exchange on Opening Day after Rhys Hoskins slid hard into second base, leading to a confrontation with Mets second baseman Jeff McNeil. The benches cleared as both teams exchanged words, with McNeil expressing frustration over Hoskins' slide. The Mets ultimately lost the game 3-1, with McNeil criticizing Hoskins' history of questionable slides. Hoskins, who spent seven years with the Mets' NL East rival Philadelphia Phillies, signed a two-year, $34 million contract with the Brewers in the offseason and can opt out after the 2024 season.