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Tommy Pham's Bat Flip Sparks Benches Clearing Brawl

8/20/2025

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Tommy Pham's bat flip after a walk led to a bench-clearing incident during the Pirates vs. Blue Jays game.
Pham accused Blue Jays catcher Tyler Heineman of disrespecting the umpire on social media.
Heineman responded, expressing confusion and noting he barely knew Pham.
The Pirates won the game 5-2; the Blue Jays maintain their lead in the AL East.

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Story summary

Tommy Pham's bat flip after a walk led to a bench-clearing incident during the Pirates vs. Blue Jays game.
Pham accused Blue Jays catcher Tyler Heineman of disrespecting the umpire on social media.
Heineman responded, expressing confusion and noting he barely knew Pham.
The Pirates won the game 5-2; the Blue Jays maintain their lead in the AL East.