Braves manager Brian Snitker ejected after Marlins right-hander hits Ronald Acuña Jr. with pitch
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) – Braves manager Brian Snitker was ejected after benches cleared in Wednesday’s game against the Miami Marlins at loanDepot Park.
Benches cleared after Marlins pitcher Ryan Gusto hit Ronald Acuña Jr. in the arm with a pitch in the third inning. There was some yelling, but no punches were thrown.
Both teams received a warning and Snitker objected, leaving the dugout to talk to the umpires. He was then ejected.
Wednesday was the ninth time a Marlins pitcher has hit Acuña with a pitch. It was Snitker’s 22nd career ejection.
