Blue Jays challenge Zack Wheeler's delivery, hitting coach ejected
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 12:57 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
During a game on August 8, 2026, the Toronto Blue Jays accused Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Zack Wheeler of an illegal delivery. The dispute intensified, leading to the ejection of Blue Jays hitting coach David Popkins after he yelled for umpires to address the issue. Wheeler, who dismissed the accusations as deflection from the Blue Jays' poor performance, had been warned about his foot position on the pitching rubber. Despite the controversy, the Blue Jays won the game 5-4 against the Phillies.
- •Zack Wheeler faced complaints about his delivery during the game.
- •David Popkins was ejected for arguing with umpires.
- •Wheeler's foot position was called into question by the Blue Jays.
- •Wheeler indicated he was aware of the delivery issue prior to the game.
- •Blue Jays won the game 5-4 against the Phillies.
- 12:57 PMYahoo Sports — Blue Jays accuse Zack Wheeler of illegal delivery, coach gets tossed
"A complaint about Zack Wheeler's delivery ignited a dugout feud, an ejection and a pointed jab at the Blue Jays' season.
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