Angels-Braves Brawl: López and Soler Ejected

Wednesday 8 April 2026 — A benches-clearing brawl erupted during Wednesday’s game between the Los Angeles Angels and the Atlanta Braves after a heated confrontation between Braves pitcher Reynaldo López and Angels slugger Jorge Soler. Video of the exchange shows the two players engaging in an on-field altercation that quickly drew teammates from both clubs, resulting in a large melee.

Umpires intervened and ejected López and Soler. Play was halted while stadium security and officials worked to restore order. Major League Baseball confirmed it will review game footage and other evidence to determine whether additional discipline, including fines or suspensions, is warranted.

Images and clips of the incident spread across social media shortly after the game, prompting widespread attention. Neither team had issued a detailed statement immediately following the incident. MLB’s review and any subsequent announcements are expected to clarify the sequence of events and potential penalties.