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Benches empty after Kemp plows into Chirinos at home plate

Texas Rangers catcher Robinson Chirinos and Los Angeles Dodgers left fielder Matt Kemp were ejected from Wednesday night's game following a collision at home plate that led to both benches clearing.

Chirinos took a throw from right fielder Nomar Mazara and Kemp was going to be an easy out to end the third inning, but he lowered his shoulder and plowed into Chirinos. As the players stood, Kemp leaned into Chirinos, who responded with a shove.

Kemp then shoved Chirinos more rigorously, and the benches emptied.

Left-hander Cole Hamels grabbed Kemp and pulled him away from Chirinos.