Brawl breaks out as Rainiers face Express at Cheney Stadium

A benches-clearing brawl occurred in the ninth inning of Friday night's game between the Tacoma Rainiers and the Round Rock Express at Cheney Stadium. The altercation was ignited by Rainiers third baseman Patrick Wisdom being hit by a pitch for the second time in two innings. Following the hit, tensions escalated near the first base dugout, resulting in shoving and punches. Wisdom, along with Rainiers coach Jacob Nottingham and Express center fielder Gilberto Celestino, were ejected from the game. The Express eventually secured a 9-7 victory over the Rainiers. Major League Baseball and Minor League Baseball are expected to address potential suspensions for those involved.

• 1:34 AMYahoo Sports — Benches clear, punches thrown in Rainiers-Express scuffle at Cheney Stadium