Red Sox P Buehler returns from IL, ejected in third inning - ESPN

Boston Red Sox right-hander Walker Buehler, activated earlier in the day from the 15-day injured list, was ejected from his start against the visiting New York Mets in the third inning for arguing balls and strikes.

After two balls to open up an at-bat vs. Juan Soto, Mets teammate Francisco Lindor stole second safely. After his slide, Buehler approached home plate umpire Mike Estabrook, while yelling and pointing his finger. He was quickly ejected, and moments later, Boston manager Alex Cora was also ejected.

It is the second consecutive game that the Red Sox will play without Cora. On Monday, he missed the series opener to attend his daughter's graduation at Boston College. He was replaced both nights by bench coach Ramon Vazquez.

Cora shouted in Estabrook's face for a while and first base umpire Laz Diaz eventually stepped in to keep the two apart. Cora made contact with Diaz as he continued to verbally let loose on Estabrook, then finally made his way to the clubhouse to cheers from Boston fans.

Brennan Bernardino replaced Buehler, and inherited the count on Soto. He proceeded to walk him on four pitches in a scoreless game.

Buehler had not pitched for the Red Sox since April 26 because of right shoulder issues. He was scratched from his next start and ensuing tests revealed he had bursitis in the shoulder.

Buehler, 30, pitched a three-inning simulated game Thursday and indicated he fared well and was ready to return.

Although this one was short, Buehler has now started seven games during his first season with the Red Sox. He entered Tuesday's game at 4-1 with a 4.28 ERA and 29 strikeouts against nine walks in 33⅔ innings.

Boston optioned right-hander Nick Burdi to Triple-A Worcester in a corresponding move. The