Benches Clear in Phillies vs. Rays Showdown: Did Uceta Intentionally Target Castellanos? 

By: Nitin Singh

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Nick Castellanos and Bryce Harper criticized Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Edwin Uceta after a benches-clearing incident during the Phillies' 9-4 win. 

Uceta, frustrated after allowing multiple runs, hit Castellanos with a 96-MPH pitch, sparking tensions. 

Castellanos threw his hands up in frustration, prompting both benches to clear, though no punches were thrown. 

After the game, Castellanos said he expected to be hit, noting Uceta's growing frustration on the mound. 

Castellanos likened Uceta's behavior to a child's tantrum, criticizing his loss of control. 

Bryce Harper condemned Uceta's actions, stating intentional hits have no place in Major League Baseball. 

The Phillies and Rays will meet again in the series finale, with emotions still high after the incident. 

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