Punches Thrown, Benches Clear in Giants-Nationals Game

In their first matchup since the 2014 postseason, Hunter Strickland hit Bryce Harper, setting off a epic fight Monday afternoon.In the top of the eighth inning, Strickland plunked Harper on the right hip. The Nationals superstar took exception, pointed his bat at Strickland and took a few steps towards the Giants reliever. Mother of Uber CEO Travis Kalanick Killed in Boat Accident Strickland didn't back down and Harper charged the mound, flinging his helmet wide of the Giants' reliever. Boy Ejected From Slide at Dublin's New Water Park Punches were thrown by both players and Strickland appeared to connect with one punch on Harper. The benches cleared and multiple players were needed to remove Strickland and Harper from the field.The history between Strickland and Harper stems from the 2014 postseason when Harper hit two home runs off Strickland. Happy Birthday! SF's Iconic Golden Gate Bridge Turns 80 Photo Credit: NBC Sports Bay Area This story uses functionality that may not work in our app. Click here to open the story in your web browser.