Mariners and Guardians exchange words after hit-by-pitch incident

During a game on June 28, 2026, between the Cleveland Guardians and Seattle Mariners, a hit-by-pitch ignited a heated exchange between Josh Naylor of the Mariners and Guardians catcher Austin Hedges. The incident occurred in the sixth inning and led to verbal confrontations, with Hedges accusing Naylor of intentionally leaning into the pitch. The Guardians went on to stage a dramatic comeback in the eighth inning, ultimately earning a 6-5 victory. This win allowed the Guardians to take the series, dropping the Mariners from their position atop the AL West standings.

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