Jose Quintana Leads the Mets to a 4-0 Win Over the Reds
Jose Quintana and three Mets relievers combined to limit the Cincinnati Reds to just six hits on Saturday, propelling the New York Mets to a 4-0 victory. This win, marking the middle game of a three-game series, continued the Mets’ incredible momentum as they notched their ninth consecutive victory.
The game remained tight early, as Cincinnati starter Jakob Junis held the Mets to just two baserunners through the first five innings. However, in the sixth, New York broke the deadlock, scoring four times to secure their longest winning streak since April 2018.
Santiago Espinal had a multi-hit game for the Reds, adding a stolen base, while Tyler Stephenson doubled and walked, continuing his solid offensive output. However, the Reds have struggled recently, dropping 10 of their last 16 games.
Quintana’s Milestone Performance
Quintana (8-9) delivered a masterful performance, scattering five hits and two walks while striking out six over 6 2/3 innings. The win was significant, marking his 100th career victory. Despite only two 1-2-3 innings, Quintana induced key double plays and limited the Reds to just one hit in nine plate appearances with runners on base. His ability to pitch out of trouble was crucial to the Mets’ success.
Ottavino and the Bullpen Close the Door
Adam Ottavino struck out pinch hitter Will Benson to leave Espinal stranded at third in the seventh inning, maintaining the Mets’ lead. Danny Young followed with a flawless eighth inning, and Edwin Diaz finished the job in a non-save situation, sealing the win for New York.
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Astros 11, Diamondbacks 5: Jeremy Pena Powers Houston’s Big Win
Jeremy Pena’s three-run home run capped a five-run sixth inning, as the Houston Astros remained unbeaten when Yusei Kikuchi starts, defeating the Arizona Diamondbacks 11-5. Pena’s 390-foot blast into the bullpen was his 15th of the season, giving the Astros a 10-4 advantage.
Offensive Support for Houston
Kevin Newman and Eugenio Suarez each homered for the Diamondbacks, but their efforts weren’t enough to overcome Houston’s potent offense. The loss marked the third consecutive defeat for Arizona.
Giants 6, Padres 3: Rookie Grant McCray Shines
Rookie Grant McCray’s two-homer game lifted the San Francisco Giants over the San Diego Padres, 6-3. McCray erased an early 2-0 deficit with a three-run homer in the second inning off Padres starter Dylan Cease. Later, he provided insurance with a two-run shot in the ninth inning against Yuki Matsui.
Padres’ Wild-Card Hopes Still Alive
Cease (12-11) allowed four runs on six hits over six innings while walking two and striking out four. Despite the loss, the Padres remain 1 1/2 games ahead of the Diamondbacks in the race for the National League’s first wild-card spot.
Nationals 5, Pirates 3 (Game 1): DJ Herz Dominates for Washington
DJ Herz tossed five no-hit innings, and the Washington Nationals held on for a 5-3 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates in the opener of a split doubleheader. Herz (3-7) walked three and struck out five, recording his first win since August 3.
Dylan Crews Delivers
Washington’s Dylan Crews contributed with a 2-for-3 performance, including a homer, two RBIs, and a walk. Pittsburgh attempted a late comeback when Rowdy Tellez launched a 443-foot two-run homer in the seventh inning, but the Nationals’ bullpen held strong.
Yankees 2, Cubs 0: Schmidt and Cortes Combine for Shutout
The New York Yankees recorded their second consecutive shutout over the Chicago Cubs, with Clarke Schmidt and Nestor Cortes combining on a four-hitter in a 2-0 victory. Austin Wells, the Yankees’ catcher, drove in a run and caught two runners stealing.
Cubs’ Offensive Struggles Continue
Schmidt pitched 4 2/3 innings in his return from injury, allowing four hits. Cortes (9-10) took over, shutting down the Cubs over the final 4 1/3 innings. This marked the Cubs’ third shutout loss in four games.
Rays 7, Orioles 1: Diaz and Walls Lead Tampa Bay
Yandy Diaz and Taylor Walls powered the Tampa Bay Rays with solo homers and RBI singles, leading them to a 7-1 win over the Baltimore Orioles. Diaz had a three-hit day as the Rays snapped a two-game losing streak.
Orioles Struggle Against Eflin
Cedric Mullins homered for Baltimore, but starter Zach Eflin (10-8) couldn’t keep the Rays’ offense at bay, surrendering three runs on eight hits over 5 2/3 innings.
Tigers 2, Athletics 1: Detroit Capitalizes on Error for Win
Brant Hurter pitched effectively in long relief, and the Detroit Tigers took advantage of an error in the seventh inning to defeat the Oakland Athletics 2-1. Hurter (4-1) allowed one run in 5 1/3 innings, keeping the Tigers’ playoff hopes alive.
Oakland’s Missed Opportunity
Despite the solid outing from Oakland call-up Brady Basso, who struck out six in six shutout innings, a costly error by second baseman Zack Gelof opened the door for the Tigers’ two-run rally in the seventh inning.
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Marlins 9, Phillies 5: Miami Ends Philadelphia’s Streak
Connor Norby homered and drove in three runs, leading the Miami Marlins to a 9-5 win over the Philadelphia Phillies, snapping their six-game winning streak. Miami’s offense exploded, with six starters recording multi-hit games.
Bryson Stott Shines for Phillies
The Phillies, who still hold the top spot in the NL East, saw strong performances from Bryson Stott, who went 3-for-4 with an RBI, but it wasn’t enough to extend their winning streak.
Nationals 8, Pirates 6 (Game 2): Washington’s Ninth-Inning Rally Seals Doubleheader Sweep
Washington’s Andres Chapparo led the Nationals to an 8-6 victory, capping off a doubleheader sweep of the Pittsburgh Pirates. Chapparo finished 3-for-5 with a home run and three RBIs, while pinch hitter Ildemaro Vargas provided the game-winning hit in the ninth.
Pirates Can’t Hold On
Mitch Keller started for Pittsburgh and pitched well, allowing two runs over six innings, but the Pirates’ bullpen faltered late as Washington scored six runs in the final three innings to claim the win.
Rangers 6, Angels 4: Josh Smith’s Big Hit Leads Texas
Josh Smith’s two-run single in the seventh inning broke a 4-4 tie and gave the Texas Rangers a 6-4 win over the Los Angeles Angels. Ezequiel Duran added two RBIs as the Rangers continued their push for a playoff spot, winning four of their last five games.
Leiter Still Seeking First Win
Rookie right-hander Jack Leiter allowed three runs over five-plus innings but is still searching for his first major league win after six starts. Jose Leclerc earned the win in relief, and Kirby Yates collected his 28th save of the season.
Brewers 5, Rockies 2: Milwaukee Ends Losing Streak
Willy Adames and Gary Sanchez hit back-to-back home runs in the first inning, and Tobias Myers struck out a career-high 11 batters as the Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Colorado Rockies 5-2.
Rockies’ Late Effort Falls Short
Ryan McMahon and Sam Hilliard both homered for Colorado, but they couldn’t complete a comeback, falling short after two straight wins against playoff contenders.
Royals 4, Twins 2: Kansas City Rallies with Controversial Call
A controversial infield single by Tommy Pham helped the Kansas City Royals rally for a 4-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins. After trailing 2-0 through seven innings, the Royals mounted a four-run eighth inning, aided by a fielding miscue on Pham’s hit.
Twins’ Bullpen Falters
Minnesota’s relievers couldn’t hold onto the lead, as Jhoan Duran (6-9) and Griffin Jax struggled in the eighth inning.
Red Sox 7, White Sox 5: O’Neill Homers Twice in Boston Win
Tyler O’Neill’s two home runs led the Boston Red Sox to a 7-5 win over the Chicago White Sox. O’Neill went 3-for-4 with three RBIs and three runs scored as Boston claimed the first two games of the series.
Chicago’s Offense Comes Up Short
Andrew Benintendi and Andrew Vaughn each homered for Chicago, but their efforts were not enough to prevent another defeat.
Cardinals 2, Mariners 0: Pages’ Late Homer Lifts St. Louis
Pedro Pages broke a scoreless tie with a two-run home run in the eighth inning, lifting the St. Louis Cardinals to a 2-0 win over the Seattle Mariners. Cardinals starter Kyle Gibson blanked Seattle over 6 2/3 innings, while JoJo Romero, Andrew Kittredge, and Ryan Helsley completed the shutout.
Blue Jays 9, Braves 5: Horwitz Shines for Toronto
Spencer Horwitz had a breakout game, hitting two home runs and adding an RBI double as the Toronto Blue Jays defeated the Atlanta Braves 9-5. Jose Berrios won his sixth consecutive start, allowing just one run over six innings.
Olson Continues Streak
Matt Olson, playing in his 600th consecutive game, went 2-for-3 for Atlanta, but it wasn’t enough to stop the Blue Jays.
Dodgers 7, Guardians 2: Early Surge Propels LA to Win
Andy Pages’ two-run home run highlighted a six-run first inning, and the Los Angeles Dodgers cruised to a 7-2 win over the Cleveland Guardians. The victory evened the series between the division leaders.
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