Bryson Stott’s Inside-the-Park Home Run Lifts Phillies Over Tigers
The Philadelphia Phillies continued to build momentum in spring training with a thrilling 4-2 victory over the Detroit Tigers on Sunday in Clearwater, Fla. The standout moment came from Bryson Stott, who blasted an inside-the-park home run as part of his three-RBI day.
In the bottom of the fifth inning, Stott lined a rocket to left-center, colliding with two Detroit outfielders and allowing J.T. Realmuto and himself to score safely. The remarkable hit gave the Phillies a 2-1 lead. Stott later extended the lead with an RBI single in the seventh, finishing the game 2-for-3.
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Nola Sharp on the Mound
Aaron Nola (1-0) was in fine form, earning the win after surrendering just three hits and one run over five innings. He also recorded four strikeouts, showcasing his elite form just ahead of the regular season.
The Tigers briefly held a 1-0 lead in the third inning when Kevin McGonigle smacked a solo home run. However, the Tigers’ offense struggled to keep pace, as the Phillies maintained control through timely hitting and strong pitching.
Brandon Marsh capped off the scoring with an RBI single in the seventh, putting the game out of reach for the struggling Tigers.
Astros 8, Nationals 6: Houston Stays Hot with 15 Hits
The Houston Astros brought their bats to Palm Beach, Fla., collecting 15 hits en route to an 8-6 victory over the Washington Nationals. German Ramirez provided the late-game heroics with a two-run single in the eighth inning, while Will Bush added insurance with a ninth-inning solo home run.
The Nationals put up a fight behind Donta’ Williams, who went 2-for-2 with a home run and two runs scored. But despite their efforts, Houston’s relentless offense proved too much to handle.
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Orioles 5, Braves 5: Atlanta Rallies Late for Tie
In an exciting game at North Port, Fla., the Atlanta Braves rallied in the seventh inning to force a 5-5 tie against the Baltimore Orioles. Jurickson Profar delivered the game-tying blow with a two-run double, scoring Colby Jones and Will Verdung.
The Orioles enjoyed strong performances from Dean Kremer, who pitched 5 1/3 innings with 10 strikeouts, and Ramon Urias, who hit a solo home run.
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Rays 3, Yankees 3: New York Rallies for the Draw
The Tampa Bay Rays and New York Yankees battled to a 3-3 tie in Tampa, Fla.. The Yankees stormed back in the fifth inning with home runs from Anthony Volpe and Austin Wells, briefly taking a 3-2 lead.
However, the Rays responded in the sixth with an RBI double from Jonathan Aranda to tie the game. The pitching on both sides settled down after that, and neither team managed to break the stalemate.
Other Spring Training Results
- Nationals 2, Cardinals 1: A ninth-inning RBI groundout from Brandon Pimentel secured the win for Washington.
- Blue Jays 2, Pirates 1: Chris Bassitt shined with four strikeouts over 5 2/3 innings, earning his second win of the spring.
- Mets 10, Marlins 2: Alexander Canario exploded with two home runs and five RBIs to power New York to victory.
- Twins 9, Red Sox 3: Mickey Gasper and Jake Rucker each delivered multi-hit, multi-RBI performances to lead Minnesota’s 19-hit attack.
Looking Ahead: What’s Next?
The Phillies and Tigers will meet again this week, while the Astros aim to continue their hitting barrage against the Cardinals. The Yankees and Rays will also clash once more in what promises to be a thrilling rematch.
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Final Thoughts
Spring training is heating up as teams make final adjustments before the regular season kicks off. With big performances from players like Bryson Stott and Aaron Nola, the Phillies are shaping up to be contenders once again.
Meanwhile, the Astros, Orioles, and Braves continue to show flashes of their potential, while the Yankees and Rays demonstrate why they remain threats in the AL East. As teams iron out their lineups and rotations, every game becomes a vital test ahead of Opening Day.
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