Ex-Yankee Josh Donaldson Scalds Orioles Fan in Social Media Exchange After Melee

Jul 5, 2023; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees third baseman Josh Donaldson (28) rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run against the Baltimore Orioles during the fifth inning at Yankee Stadium. | John Jones-USA TODAY Sports

On Friday, the growing rivalry between the New York Yankees and Baltimore Orioles reached a fever pitch.

During the bottom of the ninth inning of the Yankees' 4–1 triumph over the Orioles, New York pitcher Clay Holmes struck Baltimore left fielder Heston Kjerstad in the head with a pitch. Benches emptied, and Orioles manager Brandon Hyde was shown the door.