Confusion Over Fourth Out in Blue Jays-Red Sox Game

During the Blue Jays versus Red Sox game on August 10, 2026, a controversial play involving an apparent fourth out occurred in the seventh inning. With Toronto leading 2-0 and runners on the corners, the scoreboard mistakenly indicated two outs, prompting both runners to advance on contact.

The confusion arose when it was revealed that an earlier double play had been incorrectly announced, as the batter, Nick Sogard, was still on first base. As Anthony Seigler crossed home plate, the scoreboard operator corrected the count from two outs back to one.

Blue Jays pitcher Simeon Woods-Richardson and catcher Brandon Valenzuela reacted as if there were three outs, while second baseman Josh Smith was aware of the actual situation. When Smith doubled up Sogard at first, the run counted due to a timing play. Max Scherzer explained that if the Blue Jays had appealed after the third out, Seigler would have been ruled out, but the umpires had waved them off the field, complicating the situation.