Blue Jays manager John Schneider ejected during fifth inning dispute against Dodgers

Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider was ejected during Tuesday’s game against the Los Angeles Dodgers after disputing a call in the fifth inning.

Home plate umpire Dan Merzel called a balk on Blue Jays starting pitcher Kevin Gausman, prompting Schneider to come onto the field to argue the decision.

Following a brief exchange, Merzel ejected Schneider from the game, with the situation escalating into a more animated confrontation before the manager left the field.

It marks Schneider’s first ejection of the season.

The incident comes during a difficult stretch for the Blue Jays, who entered Tuesday’s game on a five-game losing streak. The team has struggled to find form, holding a 4-6 record.

Toronto was heavily beaten 14-2 by the Dodgers in the opening game of the three-game series on Monday, adding pressure ahead of the second matchup.

The Blue Jays will aim to regroup as the series continues against a strong Dodgers side.