Pittsburgh Pirates veteran outfielder Andrew McCutchen was nearly hit in the head with a pitch during Wednesday night's game against the Washington Nationals, leading to the benches clearing during the game.

Tensions between the Washington Nationals and Pittsburgh Pirates intensified Wednesday night after Washington reliever Jorge López threw a pitch near Andrew McCutchen’s head, resulting in the benches clearing and López being ejected.

Major League Baseball has suspended Washington Nationals reliever Jorge Lopez three games for intentionally throwing at Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Andrew McCutchen in Wednesday's 6-1 loss. Lopez has filed an appeal and will be eligible to pitch in Thursday's series finale.