Oakland Athletics Pitcher Chris Bassitt Ejected for Arguing Umpire’s Calls

Oakland Athletics pitcher Chris Bassitt found himself ejected from the game during a heated exchange with the first base umpire after disputing missed check swings in a showdown against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

The incident unfolded during the game on July 14, 2024, at precisely 12:03 AM, as Bassitt passionately voiced his discontent with the umpire’s judgment on several pivotal check swings.

Amidst the tense atmosphere on the field, the confrontation escalated rapidly, leading to Bassitt getting tossed out of the game, much to the surprise of both teams and the spectators.

Chris Bassitt, known for his fiery competitiveness on the mound, let his emotions boil over in a moment of frustration, resulting in his ejection.

The Oakland Athletics and the Arizona Diamondbacks were left to navigate the rest of the game without a key player, raising the stakes for both teams in the ongoing matchup.