**Title:** Kevin Gausman Struggles in Doubleheader Against Yankees
**Meta Description:** Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Kevin Gausman faced a tough outing against the Yankees, leading to his ejection and a significant ERA increase.
**URL Slug:** kevin-gausman-yankees-doubleheader-struggles
**Headline:** Kevin Gausman Faces Tough Challenge in Doubleheader Against New York Yankees
In a challenging performance on Sunday, Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Kevin Gausman struggled significantly during the first game of a doubleheader against the New York Yankees. Gausman allowed six runs and issued five walks, leading to his removal from the game after a tumultuous third inning that saw him throw 53 pitches. His day took a turn for the worse when he was ejected by home plate umpire Chris Conroy as he walked back to the dugout.
The veteran pitcher expressed his frustration post-game, stating, “As I was coming off the mound, I kind of let him know I was going to go watch his bad umpiring inside.” Gausman highlighted his dissatisfaction with the strike zone, noting, “There were probably at least three pitches that inning that I know were strikes.” He also compared his experience to that of Yankees starter Max Fried, questioning the inconsistency in pitch calls.
Blue Jays manager John Schneider later joined Gausman in expressing his displeasure over a called strike on star player Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Gausman’s 53-pitch inning marked the highest pitch count in a single inning since Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Cam Vieaux threw 56 pitches in a challenging eighth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers on July 1, 2022, according to the Elias Sports Bureau.
Entering the game with a 3.16 ERA, Gausman’s performance saw his ERA rise to 4.50 by the end of the outing. The Yankees capitalized on the Blue Jays’ struggles, winning the first game of the doubleheader 11-2 and following it up with a 5-1 victory in the second game.
**FAQ Section:**
**Q: What happened to Kevin Gausman during the game against the Yankees?**
A: Kevin Gausman had a difficult outing, allowing six runs and walking five batters before being ejected in the third inning for arguing with the umpire.