"Benches Clear as Rhys Hoskins' Slide Sparks Tensions in Mets-Brewers Opener"

The Mets and Brewers cleared benches after Rhys Hoskins' hard slide into second base left Jeff McNeil fuming during the Brewers' 3-1 win at Citi Field. The slide, which led to a heated exchange and bench-clearing, was deemed legal after a video review, sparking conflicting opinions. Hoskins defended his slide as an attempt to prevent a double play, while McNeil criticized it as late and potentially dangerous. This incident adds to the history of tension between Hoskins and the Mets, with McNeil expressing relief at avoiding injury and questioning the impact of player safety rules.