Benches clear during Pirates and White Sox game after physical altercation

The benches cleared in Chicago on Wednesday night during a game between the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Chicago White Sox. The altercation occurred when White Sox infielder Sam Antonacci elbowed Pirates second baseman Brandon Lowe. The contact took place while Antonacci was attempting to break up a double play. Players from both teams converged on the field following the incident, though no immediate reports of ejections or injuries followed. The confrontation interrupted play at the venue before eventually settling down. Officials managed the situation on the field as the game continued under the standard rules of play.

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