Bryce Harper ejected as Phillies lose to Rockies in extra-inning battle
- Bryce Harper, the star player of Philadelphia Phillies, was ejected in the first inning against the Colorado Rockies.
- The Rockies secured a 3-2 victory over the Phillies in an intense 11-inning game.
- Despite Harper's ejection, the Phillies put up a resilient fight but ultimately fell short against the Rockies.
The Philadelphia Phillies, who were leading the league, lost their first game since May 16. Bryce Harper got ejected in the first inning of the game against the Colorado Rockies. Harper disagreed with a pitch that was called a strike, struck out, and got upset. He argued with the umpire and got ejected, which was his 21st ejection in the big leagues. Harper's ejection led to changes in the Phillies' lineup. The Rockies won the game in extra innings after Jacob Stallings hit a home run to tie the game. Ezequiel Tovar then had a winning hit in the 11th inning. Harper's ejection affected the Phillies' performance, and they lost the game. Harper expressed his frustration but said he just wanted to talk to the umpire. Harper's ejection was due to his disagreement with the umpire's call on the pitch. The Phillies had to make changes in their lineup after Harper's ejection. The Rockies took advantage of the situation and won the game in extra innings. Harper's ejection affected the Phillies' chances of winning the game.