• Associated Press

Aug 1, 2025, 10:28 PM ET

PHILADELPHIA —

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    Harper tried to check his swing on a full-count changeup from Vest, but third-base umpire Vic Carapazza rang up Harper, who ripped his helmet off his head in an outburst and shouted as he waved his arms at Carapazza.

    Harper was promptly ejected and kept his helmet with him as he walked into the dugout.

    “I left the batter’s box walking toward him, so I think it was warranted,” Harper said.

    Harper said after the Phillies beat the Tigers 5-4 that he had yet to see the replay, which seemed to indicate he went around with his swing.

    “Can’t get thrown out in that situation, especially with the ninth inning possibly coming around and my at-bat coming up,” Harper said.