Braves ace Chris Sale ejected by umpire Dan Merzel before start of game against Yankees
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Atlanta Braves pitcher Chris Sale was ejected by umpire Dan Merzel on Sunday before the start of a game against the New York Yankees. The ejection occurred prior to any pitches being thrown in the contest.
The incident followed a game on Saturday in which Sale was called for a balk that resulted in a run. According to reports, Sale remained frustrated regarding that ruling leading up to the Sunday matchup.
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ESPN (US)Focuses on Sale's emotional state regarding the previous day's balk
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