Phillies manager Rob Thomson’s commitment to platooning outfielders led to Max Kepler’s standout performance, hitting a homer and double in a 5-0 win against the Orioles. Starter Taijuan Walker also excelled on the mound, contributing to the team’s fourth win in five games, as they improved to 65-48 this season.
The Diamondbacks have selected right-hander Casey Kelly to their roster, optioning lefty Kyle Nelson to Triple-A Reno and transferring Kevin Ginkel to the 60-day IL, ending his season due to shoulder issues. Kelly, who has a 5.82 ERA in 85 innings for Reno, may help alleviate bullpen strain after a recent 11-inning game against the Padres, while Ginkel's disappointing 2025 season raises questions about his future with the team. Want More Context? 🔎
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Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani achieved a remarkable milestone by recording his 1,000th career hit with a two-run homer against the St. Louis Cardinals, despite his team's 5-3 loss. This accomplishment is notable considering Ohtani's recent recovery from elbow surgeries and the challenges posed by the pandemic-shortened 2020 season. Want More Context? 🔎
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Andrew Kittredge's journey with the Chicago Cubs has been eventful; after a perfect start and a disastrous third appearance, he achieved the sixth immaculate inning in franchise history by striking out three batters on nine pitches against the Cincinnati Reds. This remarkable feat comes just a day after he allowed four earned runs, exemplifying his resilience as a newly acquired veteran reliever. Want More Context? 🔎
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