Tampa Bay Rays pitcher latest athlete to toss their cookies

Tampa Bay Rays reliever Jonathan Heasley gives the dugout a thumbs up after throwing up during a game against the Orioles on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, in Baltimore, Md. XArticle contentSee more Toronto Sun on Google — save as a Preferred SourceSign In or Create an Accountor View more offersArticle contentA Tampa Bay Rays player took his job as a hurler a bit too literally.Article contentWe apologize, but this video has failed to load.Try refreshing your browser, ortap here to see other videos from our team.We apologize, but this video has failed to load.Try refreshing your browser, ortap here to see other videos from our team.Article contentReliever Jonathan Heasley, who was making his Rays debut and his first MLB appearance since 2024, threw up on the mound Wednesday during an 11-2 loss to the host Baltimore Orioles, one of his former teams.Article contentThe incident happened during the bottom of the fifth inning as he faced his first batter – Orioles designated hitter Colby Mayo, who ended up hitting a single after the delay.Article contentArticle content“Oh, not feeling so hot out on the hill,” one of the Rays broadcasters said in a video clip posted on social media.Article contentSportsGet the latest sports headlines and breaking news.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.Thanks for signing up!A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Sports will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againInterested in more newsletters?

Browse here.Article content“You could tell he was feeling some discomfort after the first few pitches to Colby Mayo.”Article contentNot the first time it has happenedArticle contentOddly enough, this is not the first time something similar had happened to the former Kansas City Royal.Article contentOne of the Rays broadcasters said Heasley had a similar incident with the International League’s Durham Bulls, the Rays’ triple-A affiliate. He also reportedly told them that he had thrown up “regularly” when he played high school football.Article content“He said he just has a weak stomach,” Rays sideline reporter Ryan Bass said. “It sometimes happens when his nerves kick up a little bit.”Article content#Rays pitcher Jon Heasley just puked on the mound. He has done that "a handful" of times before, and said Wednesday afternoon it's a combination of adrenaline, nerves and a weak stomach: "So if it does happen, don't be alarmed, I'm all right."— Marc Topkin (@TBTimes_Rays) May 27, 2026Article contentArticle contentHeasley reportedly even warned reporters that it happens due to a “combination of adrenalin, nerves and a weak stomach.Article contentRead More Blue Jays take advantage of Marlins' aggressive base-running to earn another series victory Clean-shaven Dylan Cease surprises Blue Jays fans with new look during IL stint Advertisement 1Story continues belowThis advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.Article content“So if it does happen, don’t be alarmed, I’m all right,” he told reporters, via Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times.Article contentHe is not the only athlete with a history of tossing their cookies in the heat of competition.Article contentRECOMMENDED VIDEOArticle contentWe apologize, but this video has failed to load.Try refreshing your browser, ortap here to see other videos from our team.Article contentLet’s throw out some more examplesArticle contentBaseball has many bizarre stories from hungover players puking before games to Los Angeles Dodgers legend Sandy Koufax’s use of “atomic balm” – a toxic salve containing chili peppers – to ease the pain in his ailing elbow.Article contentAccording to Jane Leavy’s biography on Koufax, Sandy Koufax: A Lefty’s Legacy, teammate Lou Johnson once came in contact with the potent mixture when he borrowed the Hall of Famer’s jersey on a cold night in Pittsburgh.Article content“First he began to sweat,” she wrote of Johnson, via ESPN. “Then his skin blistered. Then he threw up.”Article contentBuffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen, meanwhile, told reporters last year that he “basically” vomits before or during every game after cameras spotted him talking to Ralph on the sidelines during a game against the New England Patriots.Advertisement 1This advertisement has not loaded yet.Trending Co-worker: Man accused of Windsor Assembly Plant explosion frustrated by vaccine mandates Local News Exact cause of Windsor Assembly Plant explosion unclear, court hears Local News Advertisement 2Story continues belowThis advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.

OPP seize firearms, drugs, cash during two-day sweep of Harrow home Local News Rideshare driver charged with sexual assault of passenger Local News Village at the Barn: City unveils vision for homelessness pods inside former Windsor Arena Local News Advertisement 2AdvertisementThis advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Article contentThen there was the infamous vomit-ball incident in 2024, when Green Bay Packers centre Josh Myers lost his lunch at the line of scrimmage, much to the dismay of quarterback Malik Willis.Article contentWe apologize, but this video has failed to load.Try refreshing your browser, ortap here to see other videos from our team.Article contentArticle contentOf course, there was also the Michael Jordan “flu game” during the 1997 NBA Finals, when the Chicago Bulls star reportedly spent the pre-game vomiting before dropping 38 points on the Utah Jazz to take a commanding 3-2 lead in the series.Article contentSo chin up, Mr. Heasley.Article content Featured Local Savings