Contreras' Tensions Boil Over in Red Sox-Brewers Series

0:00It's April 7th. Welcome to Milwaukee Brewers News Today, AI-powered coverage of your squad. I'm Corey with the story. The Boston Red Sox snagged First Basement Wilson Contreras in a trade with the St. Louis Cardinals this winter, aiming to boost their lineup in the baston. Tough American League East. The 33-year-old brings steady right-handed power and a strong glove to a spot they needed help with. But the team's rough start got even bumpier after Monday's loss to the Milwaukee Brewers. Fans has a long history facing the Brewers from his days with the Cubs and Cardinals, and tensions flared right away in the series. He got plunked by a pitch for the 24th time against them, sparking an on-field scuffle in the third inning. Fans and players are buzzing about the bad blood, with Contreras clearly fed up after hearing the same excuses year after year. Brewers pitcher Brandon Woodruff brushed it off as just part of the game, saying he's dealt with it for nine seasons now, and stayed focused on his. Job.

1:00The series has two more games left, and everyone's watching if another hit by pitch lights defuse. Contreras made it plain, he's ready to respond if it happens again. Baseball's got that edge right now, and this matchup could turn into fireworks before it's over.