The Tampa Bay Rays have shown their potential as contenders by winning the first two games of a weekend series against the AL-leading Detroit Tigers, with victories of 14-8 and 8-3. Their offensive resurgence, highlighted by a .333 batting average and strong pitching with a 2.97 ERA since May 20, has propelled them to a 22-8 record over the last 30 games, making them a formidable team in the American League.
Need More Context? 🔎
Mets outfield prospect Drew Gilbert achieved his first four-hit game in Triple-A, going 4-for-5 with a double and a key single that helped Syracuse win 8-4 over Omaha, raising his batting average to .246. Meanwhile, Double-A Binghamton saw Carson Benge and Ryan Clifford hit home runs, with Clifford notching two to reach 19 for the season, solidifying his status as a top prospect. Want More Context? 🔎
Read more
At Dodger Stadium, Shohei Ohtani made history by tying a Dodgers record with his fifth home run in five games, hitting a 411-foot shot to give the team an early lead. The game culminated in a thrilling finish, as Freddie Freeman delivered a walk-off hit in the ninth inning, leading to a 4-3 victory over the Minnesota Twins and allowing Ohtani to score the winning run. Want More Context? 🔎
Read more
The Oakland Athletics have signed left-handed pitcher Jamie Arnold, who was selected 11th overall in the recent draft with a signing bonus of $5,985,100. Arnold, a 21-year-old from Florida State University, boasts a 2.98 ERA over his last two seasons and is recognized for his mid-90s fastball and effective slider, positioning him as a key prospect in the A's rebuilding efforts. Want More Context? 🔎
Read more
Sports News. No Fluff.
Quick summaries of major games, trades, and headlines — so you can stay in the loop without spending hours reading.
