The first pitch of the night to Ronald Acuña Jr.
Clearly intentional. pic.twitter.com/TlDpUGOdcW
— FOX Sports: Braves (@FOXSportsBraves) August 15, 2018
Braves young star Ronald Acuna Jr. was hit with the first pitch thrown by Marlins starter Jose Urena.
The hit by a pitch appeared to be on purpose after Acuna homered in five straight games, including three in a row to lead off games. Apparently Urena wanted no part of being taken deep.
The benches cleared and Urena was ejected.
Tensions flare at SunTrust Park as Ronald Acuña Jr. is hit on the elbow with a fastball from Marlins starter Jose Urena.
The benches clear as both teams meet at the mound. #Braves | #ChopOn pic.twitter.com/s1fGrMjezh
— FOX Sports: Braves (@FOXSportsBraves) August 15, 2018
Jose Ureña has been ejected. pic.twitter.com/5J5jtmX4VN
— FOX Sports: Braves (@FOXSportsBraves) August 15, 2018
Acuna would stay in the game, although he was in some obvious pain after the fastball to the elbow.
What a garbage move by Urena. You don’t drill a guy because you can’t get him out. Hopefully a fine and a suspension follow.