Bryce Harper Ejected and Confirms Confrontation with Commissioner Manfred

Phillies slugger Bryce Harper was ejected in the seventh inning of Friday's game against Detroit for arguing a called third strike on a check swing, admitting the action was 'warranted' despite not seeing the replay. Harper also confirmed an earlier confrontation with MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred concerning the league's pursuit of a salary cap, highlighting ongoing tensions ahead of the 2026 collective bargaining agreement expiration.