Elevate your local knowledge

Sign up for the iNFOnews newsletter today!

Select Region

Selecting your primary region ensures you get the stories that matter to you first.

Blue Jays manager John Schneider ejected in fifth inning of game against Dodgers

Blue Jays manager John Schneider ejected in fifth inning of game against Dodgers | iNFOnews.ca
Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider watches batting practice at spring training in Dunedin, Fla. on Feb. 20, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn

TORONTO — Toronto manager John Schneider was ejected in the fifth inning of the Blue Jays’ game against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday night.

Schneider came out of the dugout after Blue Jays starter Kevin Gausman was charged with a balk.

The skipper had words with home-plate umpire Dan Merzel, who ejected him from the game.

Schneider threw his hat to the ground in frustration and continued to voice his frustration with Merzel before returning to the dugout.

The Dodgers led 2-0 at the time.

The near-capacity crowd at Rogers Centre gave Schneider a hearty ovation as he walked off the field.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published April 7, 2026.

News from © The Canadian Press, . All rights reserved.
This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

Join the Conversation!

Want to share your thoughts, add context, or connect with others in your community?

Create a free account

The Canadian Press

The Canadian Press is Canada's trusted news source and leader in providing real-time, bilingual multimedia stories across print, broadcast and digital platforms.

Related Articles