Trout Hit Hands Rule Sparks Ejection | MLB News

When Mike Trout got hit by a pitch on his hand during a check swing, umpires called it a dead ball and awarded him first base — sparking outrage from Astros manager Joe Espada, who was ejected for his fiery protest. The incident echoed an earlier play in the game where Jeremy Peña was called out on strikes after being hit on his hand while swinging, highlighting how inconsistent rule interpretations can ignite heated moments on the field.

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