Kotsay ejected in second inning for arguing balls and strikes (opens original article in a new tab)

Athletics manager Mark Kotsay was ejected in the second inning for arguing with umpire Dan Merzel over a strike call.

• Athletics manager Mark Kotsay was ejected in the second inning for arguing with umpire Dan Merzel over a strike call.
• Kotsay expressed frustration over three missed calls in the first inning, leading to his ejection.
• The ejection occurred during a game against the Angels at Sutter Health Park.