Blue Jays manager John Gibbons ejected against Indians

Toronto Blue Jays manager John Gibbons, left, argues a call with home plate umpire Ramon De Jesus during the third inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., Sunday, April 23, 2017. Gibbons was thrown out of the game during the argument. (Chris Carlson/AP)

TORONTO — Blue Jays manager John Gibbons was ejected from Monday’s game against the Cleveland Indians for arguing after an obstruction call was made against Toronto second baseman Devon Travis.

With runners at second and third in the top of the eighth inning, Cleveland’s Francisco Lindor singled to right field to score Roberto Perez.

The throw home was cut off and Lindor became caught in a rundown between first and second base, allowing Carlos Santana to score on a fielder’s choice. Lindor was eventually tagged but was awarded second base after it was ruled Travis obstructed him as he tried to run back to first.

Gibbons came out to argue the call and was tossed by crew chief Tom Hallion. It was the third ejection of the season for the Toronto skipper.

The Blue Jays took a 4-2 lead into the bottom of the eighth inning.

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