Manny Machado Ties Padres’ Career Home Run Record in 5-1 Win Over Giants
Machado’s Milestone Moment
Machado’s second home run of the night, his 25th of the season, was a towering shot into the second deck in left field, kicking off the bottom of the eighth inning. This blast marked his 163rd home run in a Padres uniform, tying Nate Colbert’s 50-year-old franchise record. The crowd roared as Machado circled the bases, cementing his place in Padres history.
King’s Command on the Mound
Michael King (12-8) turned in a dominant performance, striking out eight over six innings. He allowed just one run on six hits and a walk. San Diego’s bullpen followed suit, with three relievers combining to throw hitless innings and close out the game. The win was crucial for the Padres (81-62), who gained ground in the National League wild-card race, moving 1 1/2 games ahead of Arizona, as the Diamondbacks fell 8-0 to Houston.
Giants Struggle Continues
Rookie pitcher Mason Black (0-3) struggled on the mound for San Francisco, allowing four runs on six hits over 4 2/3 innings. Despite striking out six, Black couldn’t keep the Padres’ offense at bay, and the Giants (69-73) lost their fifth game in the last six outings.
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Yankees One-Hit Cubs in 3-0 Shutout Victory
Gil Dominates in Return
Gil (13-6), making his first start after coming off the injured list, was lights-out, allowing just one hit across six innings. He fanned seven batters, walked two, and threw 89 pitches in a commanding performance. His efforts helped New York snap a two-game losing streak.
Cubs’ Offense Silenced
The Cubs (72-69) managed just one hit, a fourth-inning double by Cody Bellinger. Chicago starter Jordan Wicks (2-3) allowed three runs on five hits with four walks and four strikeouts over five innings, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Yankees’ pitching prowess.
Orioles 2, Rays 0: Dean Kremer Flirts with No-Hitter as Baltimore Downs Tampa Bay
Kremer’s Dominant Outing
Kremer (7-9) was nearly untouchable, striking out seven and walking three over six no-hit innings. The Orioles’ bullpen completed the job, with the combined shutout securing Baltimore’s third win in its last four games.
Henderson Stays Hot
Gunnar Henderson provided all the offense the Orioles would need, blasting his 36th home run of the season in the sixth inning. His solo shot was one of just four hits for Baltimore, but it was enough to seal the win against Tampa Bay.
Athletics Walk-Off Tigers 7-6 in 13-Inning Thriller
Brown’s Extra-Inning Heroics
Brown’s second hit of extra innings, a one-out double, drove in the winning run, snapping a two-game losing streak for the A’s (55-86). He finished the game with three RBIs. Brent Rooker and Lawrence Butler each contributed three hits to Oakland’s offensive surge.
Tigers’ Effort Falls Short
Detroit’s Riley Greene had a standout performance, going 4-for-6 with two RBIs, but the Tigers (65-75) couldn’t capitalize in the late innings, suffering their third loss in four games.
Guardians Edge Dodgers 3-1 Behind Matthew Boyd’s Stellar Outing
Boyd Brilliant on the Mound
In his fifth start since returning from Tommy John surgery, Boyd (2-1) was excellent, limiting the Dodgers to one run on three hits across six innings. Boyd struck out six batters without issuing a walk, guiding the Guardians to a crucial win in this battle of division leaders.
Gimenez Delivers the Key Blow
Andres Gimenez broke a 1-1 tie with his solo home run in the sixth inning, his 19th of the season. Brayan Rocchio added insurance with a homer in the eighth, securing the win for Cleveland.
Red Sox Snap Five-Game Skid with 3-1 Win Over White Sox
Rafaela to the Rescue
Rafaela’s timely blast came off Chicago reliever Gregory Santos and provided the decisive runs for Boston. Rafael Devers added a pair of hits, and Triston Casas drove in another run to support the Red Sox’s cause.
Chicago Wastes Solid Start
Despite a strong outing from Davis Martin, who allowed just one run over six innings, the White Sox (65-85) couldn’t muster enough offense to back him up, dropping another tight game.
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Rockies 3, Brewers 2: Michael Toglia’s Homer Lifts Colorado Over Milwaukee
Toglia’s Timely Blast
Toglia’s home run, his team-leading 23rd of the season, erased a no-hit bid by Milwaukee’s Frankie Montas and gave the Rockies (59-86) the lead for good. Ezequiel Tovar’s double in the sixth set the stage for Toglia’s game-changing shot.
Feltner Ends Winless Drought
Ryan Feltner (2-10) allowed one run on two hits over six innings, snapping a stretch of five consecutive no-decisions. It was his first win since April 12.
Mets Walk-Off Reds 6-4 in 10-Inning Showdown
Vientos’ Two-Homer Night
Vientos hit two home runs, the second of which came in the 10th inning after a seven-pitch battle with Reds reliever Justin Wilson (1-5). His first blast came in the opening inning, helping the Mets (82-61) stay hot in the playoff chase.
Braves 3, Blue Jays 1: Max Fried Shines as Atlanta Takes Series Opener
Fried in Control
Fried (9-8) was in command all night, striking out eight and walking just one. The Braves’ (83-61) offense did just enough to back him up, with Raisel Iglesias extending his scoreless innings streak to 24 1/3 and earning his 31st save of the season.
Gausman Battles but Takes the Loss
Kevin Gausman (12-11) took the loss for Toronto, allowing three runs over six innings. Despite a tough second inning, Gausman settled down but didn’t get enough offensive support as the Blue Jays (67-75) dropped their seventh game in nine tries.
Phillies Dominate Marlins 16-2 Behind Wheeler and Power Surge
Wheeler Leads the Way
Wheeler (14-6) was in full control, allowing just one run on two hits over six innings. He struck out seven batters and lowered his ERA to 2.59. The Phillies (79-63) exploded offensively, setting season highs in hits (22), extra-base hits (10), and runs in a rout of Miami (73-68).
Injury Setback for Phillies
Despite the win, Philadelphia suffered a setback as catcher J.T. Realmuto left the game with a left knee contusion after fouling a pitch off his knee. He exited in the second inning, and the Phillies will hope for a quick recovery as they push towards the postseason.
Angels 5, Rangers 1: O’Hoppe’s Homer, Aldegheri’s First Win Lead Los Angeles
Aldegheri Makes History
Aldegheri (1-1) became the first Italian-born pitcher to win a Major League game since 1949, allowing just one run over six innings. He struck out seven batters and walked three, giving the Angels (59-82) their fourth win in six games.
Royals 5, Twins 0: Ragans Makes History in Kansas City Shutout
Ragans’ Record-Breaking Night
Ragans (11-9) set a Royals’ franchise record for most strikeouts by a left-handed pitcher in a season, recording his 204th strikeout. He allowed just four hits and walked one batter, leading Kansas City (58-84) to second place in the American League Central.
Mariners 6, Cardinals 1: Moore and Raleigh Power Seattle Past St. Louis
Seattle’s Offense Stays Hot
Julio Rodriguez added a 3-for-5 night with a run scored as the Mariners (82-61) outscored the Cardinals (70-73) 28-8 over their last three games. Seattle is surging as they chase a postseason spot.
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Astros 8, Diamondbacks 0: Alvarez’s Two Homers Lead Houston to Blowout Win
Alvarez Powers Astros
Alvarez’s pair of three-run shots brought his season total to 32 home runs. He finished with six RBIs, leading Houston (85-58) to a dominant victory. Valdez (14-6) continued his strong form, allowing just two hits over seven innings while striking out seven.
