Kotsay Ejected, Team Hits Back

Manager Mark Kotsay got ejected in the second inning after arguing a low pitch call against the Angels — his first ejection since late 2025. But instead of slowing the team, his fiery moment sparked a rally: the next batter, Lawrence Butler, blasted a 400-foot solo homer to give the A’s an early 1-run lead. It’s rare to see Kotsay so heated, but this moment may have ignited a shift in momentum — and fans are watching to see if the A’s can ride this energy into their next games. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/927d2e2cf4533007