The decision to remove Blue Jays starter Jose Berrios from Game 2 of the American League wild-card series ruffled feathers across baseball, and Toronto general manager Ross Atkins admitted he was also "surprised" by the move.
Berrios had surrendered just three hits while striking out five to begin the do-or-die contest against the Minnesota Twins, then allowed a leadoff walk in the fourth inning. Manager John Schneider then emerged from the dugout and gave his starter the hook in favour of Yusei Kikuchi.
Minnesota went on to score both of its runs in that inning, with the 2-0 score holding for the remainder of the contest.