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Reds Beat Giants 8-3 Amid Hit-By-Pitch Tensions

4/17/2026

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In a game on April 16, 2026, Cincinnati Reds outfielder Spencer Steer was hit by a pitch from Giants pitcher Landen Roupp, seemingly retaliation for Steer's outburst against Giants reliever JT Brubaker.
The Reds won the game 8-3, and Willy Adames was also hit by a pitch, escalating tensions.
Following the game, benches cleared, but no fights occurred.
The teams will not meet again until August 2026, leaving lingering animosity.

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In a game on April 16, 2026, Cincinnati Reds outfielder Spencer Steer was hit by a pitch from Giants pitcher Landen Roupp, seemingly retaliation for Steer's outburst against Giants reliever JT Brubaker.
The Reds won the game 8-3, and Willy Adames was also hit by a pitch, escalating tensions.
Following the game, benches cleared, but no fights occurred.
The teams will not meet again until August 2026, leaving lingering animosity.