Aaron Judge made history with a three-run homer in the eighth inning, becoming the fastest player in major league history to reach 300 career home runs. His milestone blast helped propel the New York Yankees to a dominant 10-2 victory over the host Chicago White Sox on Wednesday night.
Historic Feat: Judge Sets New Standard
Judge achieved the 300-homer milestone in his 955th regular-season game, surpassing the previous record set by Hall of Famer Ralph Kiner, who reached the mark in his 1,087th game. This achievement cements Judge’s place in the annals of baseball history as the 162nd player to join the 300-home run club and the 17th to do so while wearing a Yankees uniform.
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White Sox Struggles Continue Despite Sheets’ Efforts
Gavin Sheets provided a spark for the White Sox with his first home run since June 8 and an RBI single. However, Chicago’s efforts fell short as they failed to secure a series win. The White Sox haven’t won a series since taking two of three games against the Colorado Rockies in late June.
Reds Dominate Cardinals 9-2 to Complete Sweep
Jonathan India and TJ Friedl each blasted two home runs as the Cincinnati Reds overwhelmed the visiting St. Louis Cardinals to complete a three-game sweep. The Reds, riding a wave of momentum, have now won four straight games, outscoring the Cardinals 19-4 in the series.
India Leads Offensive Surge
India’s powerful performance included three hits and four RBIs, leading the charge for Cincinnati. Tyler Stephenson also contributed with a home run, adding to the Reds’ offensive explosion.
Cardinals’ Slump Continues
Despite multi-hit efforts from Masyn Winn, Willson Contreras, and Brendan Donovan, the Cardinals dropped their fourth consecutive game and now find themselves under .500 for the first time since mid-June.
Royals Beat Twins 4-1 Behind DeJong’s Big Night
Paul DeJong went 3-for-3 with a double and a solo homer, leading the Kansas City Royals to a 4-1 victory over the Minnesota Twins in Minneapolis. The Royals’ win prevented a three-game sweep and gave them a much-needed confidence boost.
Witt Jr. and Royals’ Offense Shine
Bobby Witt Jr. added a solo homer, while Kyle Isbel and Vinnie Pasquantino chipped in with RBIs to support the Royals’ offensive efforts.
Twins Fall Short Despite Santana’s Homer
Carlos Santana provided the Twins’ lone highlight with a solo homer, but Minnesota couldn’t generate enough offense to overcome the Royals’ balanced attack.
Orioles Defeat Nationals 4-1 to Split Series
Gunnar Henderson’s two-run homer in the first inning set the tone as the Baltimore Orioles defeated the Washington Nationals 4-1, splitting the two-game series. Orioles starter Dean Kremer delivered a strong performance, allowing just one run over six innings.
Kremer Shines, Dominguez Secures Save
Kremer’s solid outing was supported by Seranthony Dominguez, who closed out the game for his third save of the season.
Nationals’ DJ Herz Strong in Defeat
Despite a quality start from DJ Herz, who allowed just two runs over six innings, the Nationals’ offense struggled, managing only one run on five hits.
Padres Sweep Pirates with 8-2 Victory
Martin Perez secured his first victory with the San Diego Padres, leading his new team to an 8-2 win over the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates. The Padres completed a three-game sweep and extended their winning streak to 19 wins in their last 22 games.
Perez Dominates Former Team
Perez (3-5) pitched 5 1/3 innings, allowing just one run on five hits. His dominant performance against his former team highlighted San Diego’s comprehensive victory.
Pirates’ Misery Continues
Mitch Keller (10-7) struggled for the second straight start, contributing to Pittsburgh’s 10th consecutive loss. Jake Cronenworth and David Peralta each homered for the Padres, underscoring the Pirates’ ongoing woes.
Rangers Rally Past Red Sox 9-7 in 10-Inning Thriller
Jonah Heim’s two-run homer in the 10th inning capped a dramatic comeback as the Texas Rangers rallied to defeat the Boston Red Sox 9-7, salvaging the finale of a three-game series at Fenway Park.
Late-Inning Heroics Propel Texas
Wyatt Langford’s game-tying, three-run homer in the ninth inning set the stage for Heim’s heroics. Adolis Garcia also had a standout night, going deep twice as part of a three-hit performance.
Boston Can’t Hold Off Rangers
Despite a strong start, the Red Sox bullpen couldn’t contain the Rangers’ late surge. Matt Festa (1-1) earned the win in relief, and Kirby Yates secured his 21st save with a scoreless 10th inning.
Phillies Power Past Marlins 9-5 Behind Schwarber’s Grand Slam
Kyle Schwarber’s seventh career grand slam highlighted a big fourth inning as the Philadelphia Phillies rallied from a three-run deficit to defeat the visiting Miami Marlins 9-5, snapping a four-game losing streak.
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Schwarber Sparks Phillies’ Comeback
Schwarber’s grand slam off Miami starter Edward Cabrera (2-4) ignited the Phillies’ offense, which had struggled in recent games. His team-leading 28th homer of the season proved to be the turning point.
Marlins’ Early Lead Fades
Jonah Bride provided early fireworks for Miami with a three-run homer, but the Marlins couldn’t maintain their lead and ultimately fell to Philadelphia’s resurgent offense.
Brewers Edge Dodgers 5-4, Snap Los Angeles’ Winning Streak
The Milwaukee Brewers capitalized on defensive miscues by the Los Angeles Dodgers to score four unearned runs, pulling off a 5-4 victory and ending the Dodgers’ five-game winning streak.
Brewers Take Advantage of Dodgers’ Mistakes
A key moment came in the seventh inning when Jackson Chourio’s bloop single was misplayed by Mookie Betts, allowing the Brewers to take the lead. Milwaukee’s bullpen held firm, with Joel Payamps (3-5) securing the win and Devin Williams closing the door for his second save.
Dodgers’ Rally Falls Short
Despite their efforts, the Dodgers couldn’t overcome their defensive lapses. Brent Honeywell (0-1) took the loss after allowing an unearned run in the seventh.
Diamondbacks Crush Rockies 11-4 for Series Sweep
Eugenio Suarez’s grand slam highlighted a powerful offensive display as the Arizona Diamondbacks routed the Colorado Rockies 11-4 to complete a three-game sweep. Arizona’s sixth straight win keeps them on a roll, improving to 18-3 since late July.
Suarez Stars in Diamondbacks’ Victory
Suarez added two doubles and drove in five runs as the Diamondbacks continued their scorching form. Lourdes Gurriel Jr. and Joc Pederson also contributed, each recording multiple hits and runs.
Rockies Stumble Early and Often
Colorado rookie Tanner Gordon (0-4) struggled, lasting just two-thirds of an inning while giving up four runs. The Rockies’ defense didn’t help, committing two errors that compounded their problems.
Guardians Sweep Cubs with 6-1 Win
Alex Cobb delivered a stellar performance, allowing just one run in 5 2/3 innings, as the Cleveland Guardians completed a three-game sweep of the Chicago Cubs with a 6-1 victory.
Gimenez, Guardians Stay Hot
Andres Gimenez led the Guardians’ offense with three hits and three RBIs, helping Cleveland extend their winning streak to five games after a rough stretch.
Cubs Struggle to Generate Offense
After entering the series on a four-game winning streak, the Cubs’ bats went cold, managing only two runs and 10 hits over the final two games against Cleveland.
Astros Edge Rays 2-1 in Extras to Extend Streak
Mauricio Dubon’s clutch single in the 10th inning lifted the Houston Astros to a 2-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays, completing a three-game sweep and extending Houston’s winning streak to eight games.
Dubon’s Heroics Continue Astros’ Surge
Dubon’s go-ahead hit in the 10th secured Houston’s eighth win in nine games, capping a successful road trip. Jeremy Pena added a solo homer, providing the Astros with just enough offense.
Rays’ Recent Struggles Persist
Tampa Bay’s slump continued as they dropped five of their last six games. Despite Taylor Walls’ solid performance, the Rays couldn’t find a way to outscore the Astros.
Mets Roll Over A’s 9-1 Behind Alonso’s Big Night
David Peterson led a strong pitching effort as the New York Mets cruised to a 9-1 victory over the Oakland A’s in the second game of a three-game interleague series. Pete Alonso starred for the Mets, going 4-for-4 with a home run and three RBIs.
Peterson Dominates A’s
Peterson (7-1) allowed just an unearned run over 6 1/3 innings, supported by a Mets offense that snapped a four-game skid in emphatic fashion.
A’s Offense Stifled
Oakland’s Joey Estes (5-5) struggled, surrendering three runs on seven hits over 5 1/3 innings. The A’s managed only six hits as their recent winning momentum came to a halt.
Braves Blast Giants 13-2 as Harris Leads the Way
Michael Harris II made a triumphant return from the injured list with a first-inning grand slam, powering the Atlanta Braves to a 13-2 rout of the San Francisco Giants. Atlanta’s offensive onslaught secured their third straight win over the Giants.
Harris Sparks Braves’ Offense
Harris drove in a career-high five runs, while Matt Olson, Austin Riley, and Sean Murphy also homered for the Braves. Grant Holmes (1-0) earned his first major league win, pitching seven strong innings.
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Giants Overwhelmed Early
San Francisco starter Robbie Ray (2-2) was chased after just two-thirds of an inning, having allowed five runs. The Giants couldn’t recover from the early deficit as their pitching faltered against the Braves’ relentless attack.
Blue Jays Sweep Angels with 9-2 Win
Jose Berrios pitched seven dominant innings, and Ernie Clement, Daulton Varsho, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. all homered as the Toronto Blue Jays completed a three-game sweep of the Los Angeles Angels with a 9-2 victory.
Berrios Shines in Sweep
Berrios (11-9) allowed just two hits, including a solo homer to Matt Thaiss, as he shut down the Angels’ offense. The Blue Jays’ bats came alive, with Varsho and Guerrero each notching three hits.
Angels’ Slide Continues
Los Angeles starter Tyler Anderson (9-11) struggled, giving up seven runs in just over five innings as the Angels’ recent woes persisted.
