Joey Meneses homers, drives in 3 runs as the Nationals rally past the Brewers 5-3
1 year, 4 months ago

Joey Meneses homers, drives in 3 runs as the Nationals rally past the Brewers 5-3

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Joey Meneses homered and drove in three runs, and the rebuilding Washington Nationals handed the playoff-contending Milwaukee Brewers their fourth straight loss, 5-3 on Monday night. Washington went up 2-1 when Thomas singled home CJ Abrams in the fifth, and the Brewers answered with Andruw Monasterio’s RBI single to chase Nationals starter Jake Irvin in the sixth. Fortunately, only one walk hurt me tonight, but I have to do a better job of getting ahead in the zone, especially when a team is that aggressive.” TRAINER’S ROOM Brewers: RHP Brandon Woodruff will make a rehab start Tuesday for Triple-A Nashville.. RHP Jake Cousins was claimed off waivers by Houston. Nationals: Placed RHP Trevor Williams on the bereavement list and recalled RHP Hobie Harris from Triple-A Rochester.. RHP Hunter Harvey played catch Monday.. RHPs Carl Edwards Jr. and Tanner Rainey will throw simulated games Tuesday.. RHP Thaddeus Ward is scheduled to throw a bullpen session Tuesday.

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Phillies' Schwarber Extends Playoff Domination with Leadoff Homer
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Phillies' Schwarber Extends Playoff Domination with Leadoff Homer

Associated Press  

Phillies' Kyle Schwarber hit a leadoff homer in Game 1 of the NLDS against the Mets, extending his playoff record. His homer came off Kodai Senga, who was a surprise starter for the Mets. Schwarber has 21 career playoff home runs in 66 games, ranking fourth behind Manny Ramirez, Jose Altuve and Bernie Williams.

Houston pitchers combine for 3-hitter, Astros down Guardians 5-2 in matchup of AL division champs
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Houston pitchers combine for 3-hitter, Astros down Guardians 5-2 in matchup of AL division champs

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — Ronel Blanco pitched five scoreless innings and rookie Zach Dezenzo homered, leading the Houston Astros to a 5-2 win over the Cleveland Guardians on Friday night in a matchup of division winners that could meet again this postseason. “You could make a case he’s one of our best starters,” Astros manager Joe Espada said of Blanco, who has …

Stone Garrett homers in return to majors as Nationals rout Phillies, 9-1
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Stone Garrett homers in return to majors as Nationals rout Phillies, 9-1

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Stone Garrett homered in his first major league plate appearance in more than a year in a three-hit, three-RBI effort and the Washington Nationals ended a four-game losing streak with a 9-1 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday night. Washington’s Trevor Williams struck out five in five shutout innings and allowed three hits and two walks as …

Ohtani sets MLB record with homer and stolen base in same game in Dodgers’ 6-4 win over Rockies
3 months ago

Ohtani sets MLB record with homer and stolen base in same game in Dodgers’ 6-4 win over Rockies

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Shohei Ohtani set a major league record by homering and stealing a base in the same game for the 14th time and the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied to beat the last-place Colorado Rockies 6-4 on Friday night. Ohtani’s 52nd homer and 52nd stolen base allowed him to break the previous mark of 13 games with at least …

José Ramírez homers and drives in a pair, Ben Lively goes 5 innings, and Guardians top Cardinals 5-1
3 months ago

José Ramírez homers and drives in a pair, Ben Lively goes 5 innings, and Guardians top Cardinals 5-1

Associated Press  

ST. LOUIS — José Ramírez had three hits including his 36th home run, drove in two and stole his 40th base as the Cleveland Guardians beat the St. Louis Cardinals 5-1 on Friday night to move closer to the AL Central crown. “When you watch him play, it’s OK, this guy wants to play, he wants to be the best,” …

Cubs stave off elimination, beat Nationals 3-1 behind Taillon and Swanson
3 months ago

Cubs stave off elimination, beat Nationals 3-1 behind Taillon and Swanson

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Jameson Taillon allowed two hits over six innings, Dansby Swanson hit his 16th home run and the Chicago Cubs beat the Washington Nationals 3-1 on Friday to stave off elimination from postseason contention. “We got a big swing from Dansby early in the game and props to Mike Tauchman, as well,” Chicago manager Craig Counsell said. “I’m just …

Jake Bauers hits game-ending single to lift NL Central-clinching Brewers to 2-1 win over Phillies
3 months ago

Jake Bauers hits game-ending single to lift NL Central-clinching Brewers to 2-1 win over Phillies

Associated Press  

MILWAUKEE — Jake Bauers hit an RBI single in the ninth inning and the Milwaukee Brewers, who had clinched the NL Central earlier when the Cubs lost, beat Philadelphia 2-1 on Wednesday night to prevent the Phillies from securing a playoff berth. Milwaukee clinched its second straight division title and made the playoffs for the sixth time in the last …

Quintana and Nimmo lead surging Mets to 10-0 win for 2nd straight blowout of Nationals
3 months ago

Quintana and Nimmo lead surging Mets to 10-0 win for 2nd straight blowout of Nationals

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Jose Quintana extended his scoreless streak to a career-high 22 2/3 innings and Brandon Nimmo’s three-run homer capped a nine-run fourth as the surging New York Mets beat the Washington Nationals 10-0 on Wednesday night to finish a three-game sweep. “He’s been in the league for a long time and there’s a reason why,” Mets manager Carlos …

Soderstrom and Gelof lead A’s past Cubs 5-3, clinching NL Central crown for Brewers
3 months ago

Soderstrom and Gelof lead A’s past Cubs 5-3, clinching NL Central crown for Brewers

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Tyler Soderstrom homered and Zack Gelof hit a tiebreaking double in the eighth inning as the Oakland Athletics beat the Chicago Cubs 5-3 on Wednesday, putting the Milwaukee Brewers in the playoffs. The 22-year-old Soderstrom drove in two runs and scored two more to help Oakland to its first series victory over the Cubs since 2013. “Coming into …

Shea Langeliers homers twice as the Oakland A’s edge the Chicago Cubs 4-3
3 months, 1 week ago

Shea Langeliers homers twice as the Oakland A’s edge the Chicago Cubs 4-3

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Shea Langeliers homered twice, including a towering solo drive that cleared the Wrigley Field bleachers in left, and the Oakland Athletics beat the Chicago Cubs 4-3 on Tuesday night. Ian Happ hit two solo homers for the Cubs, who fell six games behind the New York Mets for the final NL wild card with 11 games left. Happ’s …

Brewers beat Phillies 6-2 in matchup of NL division leaders
3 months, 1 week ago

Brewers beat Phillies 6-2 in matchup of NL division leaders

Associated Press  

MILWAUKEE — Joey Ortiz and William Contreras each drove in two runs, and the Milwaukee Brewers moved a step closer to clinching the NL Central title by beating the NL East-leading Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 on Monday night. “At this point, it’s just trying to get everybody on the same page and trying to make as deep a run as you …

Rookie James Wood homers twice as Nationals defeat Marlins 4-3
3 months, 1 week ago

Rookie James Wood homers twice as Nationals defeat Marlins 4-3

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Rookie James Wood homered twice, MacKenzie Gore pitched six innings of two-hit ball, and the Washington Nationals defeated the Miami Marlins 4-3 on Sunday. Jose Ferrer allowed two Marlins to reach scoring position with one out in the ninth, but induced David Hensley’s RBI groundout and got Nick Fortes to fly out to secure his first save in …

Chris Sale stymies Dodgers and Ohtani on his way to 17th win as Braves beat LA 10-1
3 months, 1 week ago

Chris Sale stymies Dodgers and Ohtani on his way to 17th win as Braves beat LA 10-1

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Chris Sale allowed one run and struck out six over six innings, shutting down Shohei Ohtani in the process, for his major league-leading 17th win of the season as the Atlanta Braves beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 10-1 on Saturday night. “With what he’s done this year, if he gets the ball in the air, it’s probably not …

Bryce Harper, Cal Stevenson lift NL East-leading Phillies to 6-4 comeback win over Mets
3 months, 1 week ago

Bryce Harper, Cal Stevenson lift NL East-leading Phillies to 6-4 comeback win over Mets

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Bryce Harper homered twice, Cal Stevenson hit a two-run, go-ahead double in the seventh inning and made a run-saving, highlight-reel catch in the eighth, and the NL East-leading Philadelphia Phillies rallied to cool off the New York Mets with a 6-4 victory on Saturday. That’s a good team over there, and they’re playing well.” Starling Marte singled, tripled …

Alvarez, Nimmo, Bader hit 3 run homers to lead Mets over Phillies 11-3 for 12th win in 14 games
3 months, 1 week ago

Alvarez, Nimmo, Bader hit 3 run homers to lead Mets over Phillies 11-3 for 12th win in 14 games

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Francisco Alvarez, Brandon Nimmo and Harrison Bader hit three-run homers, Jose Quintana allowed three hits in seven shutout innings and the New York Mets routed the NL East-leading Philadelphia Phillies 11-3 Friday night for their 12th win in 14 games. “We’re playing well,” Mets manager Carlos Mendoza said. The Mets’ first three home runs were all three-run drives …

Thomas hits a 3-run homer in 5-0 Guardians win, dealing White Sox 113th loss
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Thomas hits a 3-run homer in 5-0 Guardians win, dealing White Sox 113th loss

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Lane Thomas hit a three-run homer and Cleveland’s bullpen was terrific once again, helping the Guardians beat the Chicago White Sox 5-0 on Tuesday night after Ben Lively departed with a leg injury. It’s hard to put into words right now.” TRAINER’S ROOM Guardians: RHP Alex Cobb is throwing weighted balls, and Vogt said the team is going …

Cantillo gets his 1st major league win as the Guardians knock off the White Sox 5-3
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Cantillo gets his 1st major league win as the Guardians knock off the White Sox 5-3

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Joey Cantillo pitched seven sparkling innings for his first major league win, and the Cleveland Guardians beat the Chicago White Sox 5-3 on Monday night. “Yeah, I mean you get to that point in the game and we have to think of his health, we have to think of the rest of the season.” David Fry and Bo …

Toglia hits a 3-run homer, Feltner strikes out 6 in 6 innings and Rockies beat Brewers 3-2
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Toglia hits a 3-run homer, Feltner strikes out 6 in 6 innings and Rockies beat Brewers 3-2

Associated Press  

MILWAUKEE — Michael Toglia hit a three-run home run, Ryan Feltner struck out six over six innings of one-run ball and the Colorado Rockies won consecutive games for the first time since early August with a 3-2 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Friday night. “It’s no fun as a starting pitcher when you look at your record,” Rockies manager …

Dairon Blanco hits 1st career grand slam and drives in 7 runs as the Royals rout Reds 13-1
4 months, 1 week ago

Dairon Blanco hits 1st career grand slam and drives in 7 runs as the Royals rout Reds 13-1

Associated Press  

CINCINNATI — Dairon Blanco homered twice — including his first career grand slam — and drove in seven runs as the Kansas City Royals routed the Cincinnati Reds 13-1 on Saturday night. Blanco, who wielded a bat painted to look like a yellow crayon, hit a two-run homer deep to center field on the first pitch he saw from Reds …

CJ Abrams’ late home run caps Nationals’ 6-5 comeback over Brewers
5 months, 1 week ago

CJ Abrams’ late home run caps Nationals’ 6-5 comeback over Brewers

Associated Press  

MILWAUKEE — CJ Abrams hit a go-ahead, two run home run in the ninth inning for the Washington Nationals, who won consecutive games for the first time since July 4 with a 6-5 victory over the NL Central-leading Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday. Brewers manager Pat Murphy called on closer Trevor Megill to snuff out the rally, which he did by …

Nimmo returns from hotel room scare to drive in 2 runs as the Mets beat the Nationals 7-2 in 10
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Nimmo returns from hotel room scare to drive in 2 runs as the Mets beat the Nationals 7-2 in 10

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Brandon Nimmo had two RBIs in his return from a harrowing hotel room accident, and the New York Mets beat the Washington Nationals 7-2 on Tuesday night for their second consecutive extra-innings victory. When it’s taken away from you briefly, you realize just how special it is, and you start to enjoy the little things a little bit …

James Paxton gives up 12 hits and nine runs in Dodgers’ blowout loss to Giants
5 months, 3 weeks ago

James Paxton gives up 12 hits and nine runs in Dodgers’ blowout loss to Giants

LA Times  

Dodgers pitcher James Paxton delivers in the first inning of a 10-4 loss to the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park on Sunday. The “opener” in what was supposed to be a “bullpen game” for the San Francisco Giants outlasted the Dodgers’ starter, which should provide a hint at how things went for the visiting team on a sun-splashed Sunday …

Mets pound Yankees pitching again as Alvarez leads 12-2 blowout for Subway Series sweep
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Mets pound Yankees pitching again as Alvarez leads 12-2 blowout for Subway Series sweep

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Francisco Alvarez went 3 for 3 with an early homer and three RBIs, Tyrone Taylor added a three-run drive and the surging New York Mets routed the New York Yankees 12-2 on Wednesday night for a two-game Subway Series sweep. “As a guy that likes to talk a lot of crap, I think it’s fun,” said shortstop …

Shohei Ohtani and Gavin Stone help the Dodgers shut down the White Sox 4-0
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Shohei Ohtani and Gavin Stone help the Dodgers shut down the White Sox 4-0

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Shohei Ohtani hit another leadoff homer and Gavin Stone pitched a four-hitter, helping the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Chicago White Sox 4-0 on Wednesday night for their fourth consecutive win. So I think that is the result of that.” Stone struck out seven and walked none in his first career complete game, providing a big lift for …

Taillon pitches 7 sharp innings as the Cubs beat the Mets 8-1
6 months ago

Taillon pitches 7 sharp innings as the Cubs beat the Mets 8-1

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Jameson Taillon pitched seven crisp innings, Christopher Morel homered and the Chicago Cubs cooled off the New York Mets with an 8-1 victory on Saturday. “It’s a day where he had everything going,” Cubs manager Craig Counsell said. “So it’s all fun and games.” MAKING MOVES The Cubs activated right-hander Keegan Thompson from the paternity list and optioned …

Albies hits 2-run homer on Rodón’s second pitch and hot Braves romp 8-1 over skidding Yankees
6 months ago

Albies hits 2-run homer on Rodón’s second pitch and hot Braves romp 8-1 over skidding Yankees

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Ozzie Albies hit a two-run homer on Carlos Rodón’s second pitch of the night, Austin Riley and Matt Olson also went deep off the left-hander and the Atlanta Braves routed the suddenly struggling New York Yankees 8-1 on Friday for their seventh win in eight games. “It’s good to see the guys hung in there and, hopefully, …

Jeimer Candelario homers twice, Andrew Abbott strikes out 10 as Reds beat Red Sox 5-2
6 months ago

Jeimer Candelario homers twice, Andrew Abbott strikes out 10 as Reds beat Red Sox 5-2

Associated Press  

CINCINNATI — Jeimer Candelario homered twice, Andrew Abbott struck out a season-high 10 and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Boston Red Sox 5-2 in the opener of an interleague series on a Friday night. Jonathan India had solo shot off the Red Sox starter in the second, and the Reds scored two more on a throwing error by reliever Cam …

Albies hits go-ahead homer in 8th as Braves overcome strong start by Olson and beat Tigers 2-1
6 months, 1 week ago

Albies hits go-ahead homer in 8th as Braves overcome strong start by Olson and beat Tigers 2-1

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Ozzie Albies hit a go-ahead home run with two outs in the eighth and the Atlanta Braves overcame a strong start by Detroit right-hander Reese Olson to beat the Tigers 2-1 on Monday night. “It set a tone, big time,” said Albies of the team’s 22 runs in three games against the Rays. “We swung the bats really …

Ortiz and Wilson lead Brewers to 3-1 win over the Reds
6 months, 1 week ago

Ortiz and Wilson lead Brewers to 3-1 win over the Reds

Associated Press  

MILWAUKEE — Joey Ortiz hit a three-run homer, Bryse Wilson gave up three hits in 5 1/3 innings and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Cincinnati Reds 3-1 on Saturday. “I think the Orioles messed up,” Wilson said of the trade with Baltimore that brought Ortiz along with left-handed pitcher DL Hall to Milwaukee for 2021 Cy Young Award winner Corbin …

Jeimer Candelario homers twice, Reds beat Guardians 4-2 to split Ohio Cup opening series
6 months, 1 week ago

Jeimer Candelario homers twice, Reds beat Guardians 4-2 to split Ohio Cup opening series

Associated Press  

CINCINNATI — Jeimer Candelario homered twice and drove in all four runs and the Cincinnati Reds rallied to beat the Cleveland Guardians 4-2 on Wednesday night to split the opening series of the Ohio Cup. “He had great at-bats against Tanner.” Nick Lodolo had another quality start for the Reds, allowing two Cleveland runs and seven hits with six strikeouts …

Hoskins homers in return to Philly, but Dahl goes deep in Phillies debut to key 3-1 win over Brewers
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Hoskins homers in return to Philly, but Dahl goes deep in Phillies debut to key 3-1 win over Brewers

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Rhys Hoskins homered for the Milwaukee Brewers in his return to Citizens Bank Park, but David Dahl went deep in his Philadelphia debut to back Zack Wheeler and the Phillies in a 3-1 victory Monday night. ORIOLES 7, BLUE JAYS 2 TORONTO — Austin Hays hit two home runs and Grayson Rodriguez pitched two-run ball into the seventh …

Williams, Nationals hold down weak-hitting Braves 3-1 for rare 4-game series win
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Williams, Nationals hold down weak-hitting Braves 3-1 for rare 4-game series win

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Trevor Williams combined with four relievers on a five-hitter and Washington beat Atlanta 3-1 on Thursday night for the Nationals’ first four-game series win over the Braves since 2016. The Nationals won three of four for their first four-game series win against Atlanta since Aug. 18-21, 2016 — the year before the Braves moved to Truist Park. “To …

Ozuna’s 16th homer in 7th breaks scoreless tie as Fried, Braves blank Nationals 2-0
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Ozuna’s 16th homer in 7th breaks scoreless tie as Fried, Braves blank Nationals 2-0

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Marcell Ozuna broke a scoreless tie with his 16th homer in the seventh, Max Fried threw eight strong innings and the Atlanta Braves beat the Washington Nationals 2-0 on Tuesday night. “Some incredible plays.” Fried was helped by double plays in the first, fourth, sixth and seventh innings and his pickoff of Jesse Winker following Winker’s leadoff single …

Harper, Sosa, Realmuto homer to lead Phillies past Rangers 11-4 and to best start in team history
7 months ago

Harper, Sosa, Realmuto homer to lead Phillies past Rangers 11-4 and to best start in team history

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Rob Thomson watched Bryce Harper and J.T. Realmuto hit solo homers and Edmundo Sosa hit a three-run shot to lead the Philadelphia Phillies past the Texas Rangers 11-4 on Wednesday night in a game that gave them the best 50-game start in baseball since Seattle in 2001 and came away with one question about the Mariners. You’ve got …

Mark Canha hits grand slam, Kerry Carpenter homers twice in Tigers’ 8-2 victory over Astros
7 months, 1 week ago

Mark Canha hits grand slam, Kerry Carpenter homers twice in Tigers’ 8-2 victory over Astros

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Mark Canha hit a grand slam in a seven-run second inning, Kerry Carpenter homered twice and the Detroit Tigers beat the Houston Astros 8-2 on Saturday night. “That’s just what we’re capable of,” said first baseman Spencer Torkelson, who had a single to extend his hitting streak to six games. “It had been a while since I’ve gone …

Fried, 2 relievers work 8 2/3 no-hit innings before Martinez HR spoils bid as Braves beat Mets 4-1
7 months, 1 week ago

Fried, 2 relievers work 8 2/3 no-hit innings before Martinez HR spoils bid as Braves beat Mets 4-1

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Atlanta’s Max Fried and two relievers combined for a no-hitter through 8 2/3 innings before New York’s J.D. “It’s something pretty special and something for a pitching staff to be proud of, especially when it’s combined,” Braves manager Brian Snitker said. It’s hard.” Fried opened with seven no-hit innings and Joe Jiménez worked around a pair of …

Shohei Ohtani homers twice as Dodgers sweep Braves with 5-1 win
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Shohei Ohtani homers twice as Dodgers sweep Braves with 5-1 win

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Shohei Ohtani went 4 for 4 with two home runs, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Atlanta Braves, 5-1, on Sunday afternoon to sweep the three-game series. Ohtani launched a hanging curveball from Braves started Max Fried 412 feet over the center field fence for a two-run homer in the first inning. “He just keeps doing …

Cubs hit three home runs and stifle late Brewers rally in series-tying 6-5 win
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Cubs hit three home runs and stifle late Brewers rally in series-tying 6-5 win

Hindustan Times  

CHICAGO — Nico Hoerner hit his first career lead-off home run, Christopher Morel hit his third homer in as many games and Patrick Wisdom sent one into the stands as the Chicago Cubs beat the Milwaukee Brewers 6-5 on Saturday. Jackson Chourio singled before Counsell brought in Mark Leiter Jr. Sal Frelick then doubled on a ground ball to Mike …

Prep baseball playoffs: Boston Bateman is overpowering in Camarillo’s 9-0 victory
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Prep baseball playoffs: Boston Bateman is overpowering in Camarillo’s 9-0 victory

LA Times  

Camarillo’s Boston Bateman celebrates after striking out a Dos Pueblos batter with the bases loaded in the fourth inning of the Scorpions’ 9-0 playoff win Thursday. Bateman, who committed to LSU but is expected to be a high draft pick, gave up two hits in 5 1/3 innings, striking out eight, walking three and hitting a batter in Camarillo’s 9-0 …

Castillo throws 7 shutout innings and then Mariners bullpen hangs on for 3-2 win over Braves
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Castillo throws 7 shutout innings and then Mariners bullpen hangs on for 3-2 win over Braves

Hindustan Times  

SEATTLE — Luis Castillo threw seven shutout innings to continue Seattle’s run of starting pitching dominance and the Mariners' bullpen held on for a 3-2 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday night. With Castillo’s stellar outing, Mariners starting pitchers have allowed two earned runs or fewer in a franchise-record 18 consecutive games. Atlanta threatened in the fourth inning when …

Tyler Glasnow dominates and Shohei Ohtani homers as Dodgers blow out Mets
8 months ago

Tyler Glasnow dominates and Shohei Ohtani homers as Dodgers blow out Mets

LA Times  

There are no must-win games in April, but there are games in which you need to stop the bleeding. Shohei Ohtani hit his 176th career homer, a 423-foot, two-run shot to right field in the third inning, to break Hideki Matsui’s record for most home runs by a Japanese-born major leaguer, and the Dodgers broke the game open with an …

Benson, Encarnacion-Strand hit back-to-back 9th-inning homers, lift Reds over Nationals 6-5
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Benson, Encarnacion-Strand hit back-to-back 9th-inning homers, lift Reds over Nationals 6-5

Associated Press  

CINCINNATI — Will Benson and Christian Encarnacion-Strand hit back-to-back home runs with two outs in the ninth inning, lifting the Cincinnati Reds to a series-clinching 6-5 win over the Washington Nationals on Sunday. “When I think to just hit the ball hard, it shrinks everything for me.” With the Reds down to their final out, India dueled with Finnegan, fouling …

Albies, Olson, Ozuna, Harris hit homers, Braves pound 19 hits in 12-4 win over Phillies
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Albies, Olson, Ozuna, Harris hit homers, Braves pound 19 hits in 12-4 win over Phillies

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — A year after setting the NL mark for home runs in a season, Atlanta’s sluggers are still mashing the ball. Ozzie Albies, Matt Olson, Marcell Ozuna and Michael Harris II all homered and an expected battle of aces fizzled early in the Atlanta Braves’ 12-4 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday. A 14-game winner in 2021 and …

Baltimore’s Félix Bautista and Milwaukee’s Devin Williams win MLB’s Reliever of the Year Awards
1 year ago

Baltimore’s Félix Bautista and Milwaukee’s Devin Williams win MLB’s Reliever of the Year Awards

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Baltimore’s Félix Bautista was a unanimous winner of the Mariano Rivera American League Reliever of the Year Award and Milwaukee’s Devin Williams won the Trevor Hoffman National League honor on Wednesday. Williams also won the award in 2020 and joined former teammate Josh Hader, Edwin Díaz, Liam Hendriks, Kenley Jansen and Craig Kimbrel as the only multiple …

Thomas’ tying homer, Moreno’s decisive hit send D-backs over Phillies 6-5, ties NLCS at 2 games
1 year, 2 months ago

Thomas’ tying homer, Moreno’s decisive hit send D-backs over Phillies 6-5, ties NLCS at 2 games

Associated Press  

PHOENIX — The crack of the bat was a stunner, jolting the sellout crowd at Chase Field into a frenzy. “I think everyone was in the whole stadium.” Thomas hit a tying, two-run homer in a three-run eighth inning, Gabriel Moreno followed with a go-ahead single and the D-backs stunned the Philadelphia Phillies with a 6-5 victory on Friday night …

Ozuna hits go-ahead, 3-run homer, Strider gets 20th win as Braves beat Nationals 5-3
1 year, 2 months ago

Ozuna hits go-ahead, 3-run homer, Strider gets 20th win as Braves beat Nationals 5-3

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Marcell Ozuna hit a go-ahead, three-run homer in the fifth inning, Spencer Strider shook off a shaky first inning to get his 20th win and the major league-leading Atlanta Braves beat the Washington Nationals 5-3 on Saturday night. The pitch count gets up there on him, and we have to go to the bullpen right away.” Atlanta got …

Brewers lose 4-1 to Cardinals, but get a little help from Braves to clinch NL Central
1 year, 2 months ago

Brewers lose 4-1 to Cardinals, but get a little help from Braves to clinch NL Central

Associated Press  

MILWAUKEE — The Milwaukee Brewers clinched the National League Central title for the third time in six seasons despite a 4-1 loss to the last-place St. Louis, with the help of a come-from-behind win by the Atlanta Braves. ANGELS 9, RANGERS 3 ANAHEIM, Calif. — Brandon Drury had three hits, including a home run, Reid Detmers threw seven solid innings …

Albies’ 100th RBI, Acuña’s 140th run and Olson’s 53rd homer lift the Braves past the Nationals 10-3
1 year, 3 months ago

Albies’ 100th RBI, Acuña’s 140th run and Olson’s 53rd homer lift the Braves past the Nationals 10-3

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Everyone knows about Ronald Acuña Jr., his bid to join the 40-40 club and his MVP candidacy. Albies went 4 for 6, including his 32nd homer, and topped 100 RBIs in a season for the second time by driving in four runs, Acuña scored his 140th run of 2023 — the most in the majors in 16 years …

Canha’s grand slam in 8th gives NL Central-leading Brewers a 9-5 victory over Nationals
1 year, 3 months ago

Canha’s grand slam in 8th gives NL Central-leading Brewers a 9-5 victory over Nationals

Associated Press  

MILWAUKEE — Mark Canha had one thing on his mind Saturday night when he stepped to the plate with the bases loaded and two outs in the eighth inning of a tie game. Canha delivered a first-pitch grand slam off Kyle Finnegan to help the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Washington Nationals 9-5 and move a step closer to an NL …

Olson ties team homer mark, Braves beat Phillies 7-6 in 10 innings to move to brink of NL East title
1 year, 3 months ago

Olson ties team homer mark, Braves beat Phillies 7-6 in 10 innings to move to brink of NL East title

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Matt Olson could have picked any number of milestones that stood out as his favorite in a season where his 51 homers matched the best in Braves’ history. Olson even considered Atlanta’s 281 total homers — a number stretched when the Braves hit three more against the Phillies — the most in a season for any team in …

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