MLB investigated substance on Sonny Gray's neck during Red Sox-Yankees wild-card game

Major League Baseball confirmed it investigated a substance spotted on Sonny Gray's neck during the Red Sox's wild-card series loss to the Yankees, with umpires checking his hat, glove, and hands after every inning. Sports talk host Craig Carton said MLB told him officials were on top of the situation, and Gray's spin rate was not elevated compared to his regular-season starts. The discoloration on the right side of his neck drew widespread fan attention during the game. Gray pitched 4 2/3 innings, allowing only a solo home run before being pulled at 70 pitches. He expressed frustration with the decision, saying he believed he was the best pitcher in the American League facing a lineup a third time.