Giants coach Ron Wotus ejected before doubleheader vs. D-backs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 9:20 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
San Francisco Giants third-base coach Ron Wotus was ejected before Game 1 of a doubleheader against the Arizona Diamondbacks on August 29, 2026. The ejection occurred during the lineup card exchange, following Wotus's comments to umpire Alan Porter. This incident came less than 24 hours after Giants manager Tony Vitello was also ejected during a 10-6 loss to Arizona. The Giants faced controversy over a call regarding a foul ball that contributed to their defeat. Wotus expressed his feelings about the officiating, leading to his early exit from the game.
- •Ron Wotus was ejected during lineup card exchange on August 29.
- •Umpire Alan Porter previously ejected manager Tony Vitello.
- •The Giants lost to the Diamondbacks 10-6 the previous night.
- •Wotus's ejection reflects ongoing frustration with game officiating.
- •Giants face the Diamondbacks in a doubleheader today.
- 9:20 PMYahoo Sports — Giants third-base coach Ron Wotus ejected during lineup card exchange before Game 1 of doubleheader vs. D-backs
"Wotus had words for umpire Alan Porter, who tossed San Francisco manager Tony Vitello Friday night amid a 10-6 loss to Arizona.
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