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MLB deals suspensions following Braves-Angels brawl

Originally posted on Ball Exclusives | Last updated Apr 8, 2026 6:00 PM ET

The MLB has suspended Atlanta Braves pitcher Reynaldo Lopez and Los Angeles Angels outfielder Jorge Soler for seven games after they threw punches in a bench-clearing brawl during their matchup on Tuesday. They have also been fined, but the amount was not made public.

Breaking: Reynaldo Lopez and Jorge Soler have each been suspended seven games for their roles in a benches-clearing brawl during Tuesday night's game at Angel Stadium. pic.twitter.com/Bn3BhiY0LU

— ESPN (@espn) April 8, 2026

Jorge Soler and Reynaldo López are throwing PUNCHES in Anaheim as a brawl breaks out pic.twitter.com/Uj4kOk07Ow

— Talkin' Baseball (@TalkinBaseball_) April 8, 2026

The brawl started after Lopez threw a high pitch at Soler in the fifth inning. After briefly exchanging words, Soler charged the mound and both players began throwing punches.

The benches cleared as players and coaches tried to separate the two. Lopez even appeared to land a punch on Soler’s helmet with the baseball still in his hand.

The Braves went on to win the game 7-2 after both players were ejected.

James Parker contributed to this story.

This article first appeared on Ball Exclusives and was syndicated with permission.

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