Happy 53rd birthday to Nomar Garciaparra, a six-time MLB All-Star and 1997 Rookie of the Year, who excelled with the Boston Red Sox before his trade to the Chicago Cubs in 2004. With a career total of 1,747 hits and 936 RBI, he had two 30-home run seasons, prompting a quiz to name all shortstops who achieved this feat in a single season.
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Francisco Lindor and Pete Alonso broke out of their slumps in a decisive win over the Angels, with Lindor ending a 0-for-31 streak by driving in two runs and Alonso hitting a three-run homer. Their performances were crucial for the Mets, as manager Carlos Mendoza emphasized their importance in achieving the team's long-term goals. Want More Context? 🔎
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The Pittsburgh Pirates experienced a week of extremes, getting swept by the Chicago White Sox before sweeping the Detroit Tigers, the best team in the AL, in a three-game series. Despite the impressive sweep, the Pirates remain near the bottom of the NL Central with a 42-61 record, highlighting the inconsistency in their performance this season. Want More Context? 🔎
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The Mets achieved a three-game sweep of the Los Angeles Angels with a 6-3 victory, highlighted by Francisco Lindor ending a 31-at-bat hitless streak with two RBI singles and Pete Alonso hitting a three-run homer, bringing him closer to the franchise record. Sean Manaea pitched effectively over five innings, and Edwin Diaz secured his 21st save despite a rocky ninth inning. Want More Context? 🔎
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