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Tony Vitello ejected after disputed call in Giants' loss to Royals

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 11:13 PM

Last updated Jul 22, 2026

Tony Vitello ejected after disputed call in Giants' loss to Royals

Summary

Tony Vitello, managing the San Francisco Giants, was ejected during a game against the Kansas City Royals on July 22 after arguing a controversial call. The ejection occurred in the seventh inning with the Giants leading 3-0, following a disputed safe call on Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino. The call, which was non-reviewable, contributed to a collapse in which the Giants allowed five runs, resulting in their fifth consecutive loss, 5-4. Vitello expressed frustration over the ruling and the ejection process, while Giants broadcaster Dave Flemming criticized the call as one of the worst seen this season.

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By the Numbers

•Vitello ejected for the third time this season.
•Giants were leading 3-0 before the controversial call.
•Kansas City scored five runs after the ejection.
•The game ended with the Royals winning 5-4.
•Giants are just one game ahead of last-place Rockies.

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Tony Vitello, the former Tennessee baseball coach now in his first season managing the San Francisco Giants, was ejected for the third time this year.
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