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Twins Manager Derek Shelton Ejected After Disputed Call

4/19/2026

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Summary

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Derek Shelton, Minnesota Twins manager, was ejected in the seventh inning after disputing a check swing call.
The ejection followed umpire Hunter Wendelstedt's ruling that Elly De La Cruz did not swing.
Home plate umpire Nic Lentz ejected Shelton, saying, "I wasn’t going to hear it anymore."
After the game, Shelton said his comments were aimed at his bench, not the umpires, and this was his second ejection this season.

History

Historical Context

In 1990, Major League Baseball enforced stricter conduct rules, resulting in 200 ejections of players and managers, including notable figures like Earl Weaver. This shift highlighted ongoing tensions between umpires and managers over game calls, a recurring issue in baseball history. Recent incidents, such as Derek Shelton's ejection, underscore the importance of communication and respect in the sport, influencing future managerial strategies.

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Story summary

Derek Shelton, Minnesota Twins manager, was ejected in the seventh inning after disputing a check swing call.
The ejection followed umpire Hunter Wendelstedt's ruling that Elly De La Cruz did not swing.
Home plate umpire Nic Lentz ejected Shelton, saying, "I wasn’t going to hear it anymore."
After the game, Shelton said his comments were aimed at his bench, not the umpires, and this was his second ejection this season.

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