The 33-year-old Encarnacion dropped his bat and threw his hands into the air after Carapazza indicated it was strike three. The two exchanged words, and then Encarnacion was quickly ejected for the first time this season.
When Carapazza tossed Encarnacion from the game, the designated hitter quickly turned back to continue his argument. During the verbal disagreement, Encarnacion appeared to bump Carapazza with his chest, which could lead to potential disciplinary action from Major League Baseball.
Gibbons ran onto the field to protect his star player, but by the time he arrived, it was too late. Encarnacion had been ejected, and Gibbons quickly followed suit after Carapazza tossed him from the game as well. It was the sixth time this season that Gibbons has been ejected from a game.
The incident immediately followed an at-bat where third baseman Josh Donaldson also struck out looking. Donaldson watched strike three and then remained in the batter's box for several seconds as he also exchanged words with Carapazza before the fireworks began.
Gregor Chisholm has covered the Blue Jays for MLB.com since 2011. Follow him on Twitter @gregorMLB and Facebook, and listen to his podcast. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.
Encarnacion, Gibbons ejected in 1st vs. Tribe
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