For over three weeks, the Baltimore Orioles and New York Yankees have been experiencing a joint slump, although they still hold the top two spots in the AL East. The tension between the two teams reached a boiling point during their recent series leading up to the All-Star break.
The intense matchup culminated in a dramatic incident in the bottom of the ninth inning of the Yankees' 4-1 victory. Orioles outfielder was hit in the helmet by a 97 mph pitch from Yankees closer, resulting in a heated exchange between the teams. Emotions ran high as players and coaches from both sides engaged in a confrontation on the field.
