WATCH: Nico Hoerner, Craig Counsell ejected by inexperienced umpire

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A young umpire with a short leash ejected Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner after a questionable called third strike during Sunday's game against the Tigers.

Manager Craig Counsell came out to stand up for his player, and didn’t last long either. He was tossed moments later.

Watch the double ejection drama unfold:

Craig Counsell and Nico Hoerner have been ejected from today's game. pic.twitter.com/uF71E9ajWH

— Marquee Sports Network (@WatchMarquee) June 8, 2025

Absolutely unacceptable…. pic.twitter.com/4pH07d4ztI

— Just Another Year Chicago: Cubs (@JAYChi_Cubs) June 8, 2025

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