[Rakuten Eagles] McCusker ejected for insulting behavior, causing uproar in the stadium; dissatisfaction over half-swing call; Manager Masato Yoshii also speaks out | Pacific League

[Rakuten Eagles] McCusker ejected for insulting behavior, causing uproar in the stadium. Dissatisfaction over the half-swing call. Manager Masato Yoshii also speaks out.

Sports Hochi

August 3, 2026 18:24

In the first inning with no outs and runners on first and second base, McCusker was called for a half-swing and ejected for insulting the batter. (Photo by Aki Takematsu)

◆ Pacific League: Orix Buffaloes vs. Rakuten Eagles (3rd, Tokyo Dome)

Rakuten outfielder Carson McCusker was ejected from Rakuten Eagles.

They took the lead by one run in the first inning, and with runners on first and second and no outs, it was still a situation. From full count, McCuscar tried to stop the bat against a low breaking ball, but umpire at first was called a swing. It was a swing struck out. He made gestures that seemed to dispute the call and was ejected for an insulting act. Manager Yoshii also jumped out of the dugout to demand an explanation. The main slugger left the game from the very first inning. Rakuten Eagles The fans erupted in loud boos, causing an uproar in the stadium.