When Ben Rice stepped up to bat in the ninth inning, the New York Yankees were tied with the Toronto Blue Jays, facing a crucial moment in their AL East matchup. Rice hit a game-winning home run, leading the Yankees to a 5-4 victory and narrowing their deficit in the division to three games as they evened the three-game series.
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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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