The New York Yankees overcame a controversial interference call in the first inning to secure a 2-1 victory over the Los Angeles Angels. The call involved Juan Soto and Angels shortstop Zach Neto, leading to a double play and the ejection of Yankees manager Aaron Boone. Despite the unusual start, the Yankees managed to rally and win the game.
The Baltimore Orioles defeated the Chicago White Sox 8-6, with the game ending on a controversial runner interference call. The umpire ruled that Andrew Vaughn interfered with shortstop Gunnar Henderson, but MLB later informed the White Sox that the call was discretionary. White Sox GM Chris Getz and manager Pedro Grifol expressed their disagreement with the call, seeking clarity on the rule for future games.
A controversial interference call by umpire Junior Valentine ended the White Sox-Orioles game, sparking debate among fans and players. The call was made on Andrew Vaughn for hindering shortstop Gunner Henderson, despite the infield fly rule being in effect. The MLB rulebook supports the interference call regardless of intent, but the decision and the rule itself were criticized by White Sox manager Pedro Grifol.
The Chicago White Sox lost to the Baltimore Orioles 8-6 in a game that ended controversially with an interference call on a routine infield popup. The call, which ruled Andrew Vaughn out for hindering shortstop Gunnar Henderson, was deemed correct by the letter of the law but was seen as a weak and confusing decision by many, including the Orioles' manager. The loss dropped the White Sox to the worst record in baseball at 15-36.
Iowa baseball's season ended in a controversial 4-2 loss to Illinois in the Big Ten Tournament, with a disputed interference call on Kyle Huckstorf's slide at second base in the 10th inning. Umpire coordinator Mark Uhl explained the call was based on the runner not sliding in a direct line between the bases, a decision confirmed by video review. Iowa coach Rick Heller was ejected for protesting the call.