Pitcher ejected after game ends, a breakdown

What Happened

In the bottom of the ninth inning of a Double-A matchup between the Blue Wahoos and the Shuckers (Marlins and Brewers affiliates), pitcher Abner Uribe is on the mound trying to close out a two-run game for the Shuckers. Uribe, who was recently promoted to Triple-A, starts the inning by getting the first batter to strike out swinging on a nasty slider. With one out, the next batter steps up, and Uribe continues to mix his pitches well, getting ahead in the count 0-2 with a combination of a fastball and a changeup. Uribe then finishes off the batter with a slider for the second out. The game is now in the Shuckers' hands, with the pitcher one out away from sealing the victory. Uribe appears to be in control, but the umpire then calls a ball on what seemed like a close pitch, frustrating the young pitcher. Uribe checks the runner at second base, stalling for time, as the umpire warns him about the pitch clock. The next pitch results in the runner advancing to third base, adding some late drama to the game. Uribe remains composed, however, and sets up the batter with another 0-2 count. But as he prepares to deliver the final pitch, the umpire calls a balk, allowing the runner to score and making it a one-run game. Visibly upset, Uribe expresses his displeasure to the umpire, who then ejects him from the game, even though the game has already ended. Uribe argues, but the umpire stands firm in his decision, and the young pitcher is forced to leave the field. Despite the late-inning drama, Uribe's overall performance was impressive, showcasing the electric stuff that earned him a promotion to Triple-A. Brewers fans will be eager to see how Uribe handles the higher level of competition as he continues to develop his skills on the mound.

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