José Altuve ejected from game against Mets after losing it due to argument with umpire

Jose Altuve I had a hard day New York, as he was ejected after protesting by throwing his helmet and bat. The Houston Astros and New York Mets faced off this Sunday for the third and final game of the weekend series at Citi Field in a big MLB series.

The visiting team arrived on Sunday with a 41-41 record after Saturday’s victory, which included a comeback. Meanwhile, the Mets did so with an even record of 40-40Both teams were playing at .500.

Venezuelan star José Altuve He started for the Houston Astros. He did so as a defensive second baseman and as a leadoff hitter. He had two hits, one to lead off the game and another with which he drove in the fourth run of the game for a 4-0 lead, but then everything changed. In the seventh inning, he returned to the dugout to face rival starter Luis Severino.

The turning point of the game before he was sent off

Counting a ball and a strike, he hit a sinker from the Dominican right-hander. He fired a shot that fell right in front of him. In fact, Jose Altuve He claimed to have hit him in the foot. The ball continued to move toward the third baseman’s territory. Marc Vientos caught and released for the first to get it out.

After the referee ratified the decision, José Altuve got angry. He violently threw the helmet towards the ground and did the same with the bat. Automatically, third base umpire Alan Porter threw him out. The public, who usually boo him, took the opportunity to take even more interest in him.

This is the second time he has been deported in his entire life. Major League career, both by Porter. Chas McCormick came in his place. But this time, many believe he could be fined for his actions. The Mets eventually came back in the game and tied it, only for the Astros to win it in extra innings.