Willson Contreras Sends Strong Message to Brewers After Being Hit Again

Willson Contreras did not hold back after getting hit by a pitch from Brewers starter Brandon Woodruff during the Red Sox’s game against Milwaukee on Monday night. This incident marked the 24th time Contreras has been hit by a pitch from the Brewers, with Woodruff responsible for six of those instances. Following the game, Contreras expressed his frustration, making it clear that he’s had enough of the Brewers’ pitching tactics.

“They always say, ‘I’m not trying to hit you,’” he told reporters. “That gets old. So next time they hit me again, I’m going to take one of them out. That’s the message. That’s the message.” His words reflected a simmering tension that has built up over the years, particularly with this rival team.

The latest episode unfolded in the third inning when Woodruff’s pitch caught Contreras on the fingers, igniting a confrontation. As Contreras headed to first base, he exchanged words with Woodruff, who retorted, escalating the situation. The umpires and Brewers catcher William Contreras, Willson’s brother, intervened to separate the two players, but the animosity lingered.

Contreras didn’t let the tension dissipate easily. After teammate Wilyer Abreu grounded out, he made a hard slide into second base that caught Brewers shortstop David Hamilton, prompting a visit from the team’s trainer. The exchange highlighted the intensity of the moment, as Contreras continued to voice his displeasure from the dugout.

“Nobody likes getting hit at any point,” he acknowledged. “But like I said, I took exception to it. It’s the 24th time. They’re going there with a purpose. That’s fine, that’s pitching. But the next time you hit me, the message is clear: I’m going to take one of them out.” Contreras emphasized his concerns for his health, stating, “If they don’t care about my health and they hit me again, I’m going to try to take one of them out.” The fiery exchange encapsulates the fierce rivalry that continues to simmer between these two teams.

Note: This recap is an independently written summary based on publicly available reporting.