There was some tension in Friday’s Red Sox-Giants game, but it didn’t involve Rafael Devers in his first game against his former team.
After the Red Sox recorded the final out in their 7-5 win, closer Aroldis Chapman and Giants first baseman Wilmer Flores exchanged words, causing the benches to clear. It appeared that Chapman had said something to Flores as the Giants’ hitter ran down the first base line after popping out to Red Sox’ first baseman Abraham Toro for the game’s final out.
The drama de-escalated relatively quickly, though. Red Sox pitching coach Andrew Bailey and catcher Connor Wong were able to escort Chapman away, while Flores made his way back to the Giants’ dugout.