Jose Altuve ejected from game against Mets after losing it in argument with umpire

Jose Altuve I had a hard day New York, as he was ejected after protesting by throwing his helmet and bat. The Houston Astros and New York Mets faced off this Sunday for the third and final game of the series this weekend at Citi Field in a great MLB series.

The visiting team approached Sunday’s day with a 41-41 record after Saturday’s victory, which included a comeback. Meanwhile, the Mets did so with an even record of 40-40Both teams were playing at .500.

The Venezuelan star Jose Altuve He started for the Houston Astros. He did so as a defensive second baseman and as a leadoff hitter. He had two hits, one to start the game and another with which he drove in the fourth run of the game for a 4-0 lead, but then everything changed. In the seventh inning, he returned to the dugout to face rival starter Luis Severino.

The turning point of the game before he was sent off

Counting a ball and a strike, he hit a lead from the Dominican right-hander. He fired a shot that fell right in front of him. In fact, Jose Altuve alleged he hit him in the foot. The ball continued to roll toward third baseman territory. Marc Vientos caught and released for the first to get it out.

After the umpire ratified the decision, José Altuve got angry. He threw his helmet violently to the ground and did the same with his bat. Automatically, the third base umpire, Alan Porter, ejected him. The crowd, which usually boos him, took advantage of this to become even more interested in him.

This is the second time he has been expelled in his entire life. Major League career, both by Porter. Chas McCormick came in his place. But this time, many believe he could be fined for his actions. The Mets eventually came back in the game and tied it, only for the Astros to win it in extra innings.