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Nic Lentz
Coverage of Nic Lentz in the Nexus archive.
- Red Sox star weeps for earthquake-hit Venezuela after home run, gets tossed by umpire minutes later
Red Sox star Willson Contreras expressed emotional support for earthquake-hit Venezuela after hitting a three-run home run, but was later ejected by umpire Nic Lentz following a helmet tap gesture during a check-swing call. The Red Sox won 6-3, but the ejection drew criticism from analysts.
- Toronto’s Clement dodges tag from Baltimore’s Henderson and is ruled safe, angering Orioles in loss
Toronto's Ernie Clement was ruled safe after dodging a tag attempt by Baltimore's Gunnar Henderson, leading to Toronto's 6-4 victory. Umpires determined Clement's base path was established to avoid interference, frustrating the Orioles. The decision sparked criticism from Henderson, manager Craig Albernaz, and pitcher Shane Baz.