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Sunday baseball delivered every kind of drama imaginable, showcasing the beautiful spectrum of how a game can be won or lost. It was a day that had something for every type of fan, from the surgical precision of an ace pitcher at the absolute peak of his powers, mowing down batters with historic dominance, to the chaotic joy of a last-inning comeback victory snatched from the jaws of defeat. It was a day that provided a treasure trove of data for sports handicappers analyzing team form and player trends, as hot streaks were extended, slumps were deepened, and series were decided in the most thrilling ways possible.
Skubal’s Untouchable Gem Dominates Twins
Reigning AL Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal was simply on another planet Sunday night, tying his career high with 13 strikeouts while allowing just one hit over seven shutout innings as the host Detroit Tigers blanked the Minnesota Twins 3-0. Skubal, who won all five of his June starts, struck out seven batters in a row at one point and is now a perfect 8-0 in 10 home starts this season. Kerry Carpenter’s solo homer and RBI triple provided the offense.
Marlins’ Miraculous Comeback Extends Win Streak to Seven
The Miami Marlins are the hottest team in baseball. They overcame a four-run deficit to stun the Arizona Diamondbacks 8-7, with Agustin Ramirez singling in the winning run in the 10th inning. The victory was Miami’s seventh straight and completed a perfect 6-0 road trip. Otto Lopez was crucial in the comeback, extending his hitting streak to 10 games with a two-run single in the eighth. The Marlins’ winning streak is a major story, making them a team to watch on the leaderboard.
Suarez Outduels Strider in Pitching Masterclass
In a classic ace-on-ace showdown, Ranger Suarez got the best of Spencer Strider, pitching seven brilliant innings of one-run ball to lead the Philadelphia Phillies to a 2-1 road victory over the Atlanta Braves. It was Suarez’s 10th consecutive quality start as he lowered his ERA to a microscopic 2.00. The low-scoring affair was a sharp contrast to some of the day’s other games on the odds and scores page.
Judge and Chisholm Power Yankees Past A’s
The stars came out to play in the Bronx, as Aaron Judge homered twice and drove in four runs while Jazz Chisholm Jr. also homered and had four RBIs to lead the New York Yankees to a 12-5 victory over the Oakland Athletics. The offensive explosion helped the Yankees snap out of a recent slump, scoring their most runs in over a month.
Cardinals Complete First-Ever Sweep in Cleveland
Nolan Gorman and Victor Scott II hit home runs as the visiting St. Louis Cardinals blanked the Cleveland Guardians 7-0 to complete their first-ever series sweep in Cleveland. Starter Matthew Liberatore was excellent, pitching into the seventh inning to earn his career-high third straight victory as the Cardinals won their sixth in a row on the road.
Kremer’s 7 Shutout Innings Lead O’s to Rubber Match Win
Dean Kremer was masterful for the Baltimore Orioles, tossing seven shutout innings to lead his team to a 5-1 victory over the visiting Tampa Bay Rays. After giving up 19 runs in the first two games of the series, Kremer’s dominant start was exactly what the Orioles needed to secure the series win.
Millas’ 11th-Inning Double Lifts Nationals Over Angels
Drew Millas was the late-game hero for Washington, hitting a tiebreaking RBI double in the 11th inning to lead the Nationals to a 7-4 comeback victory over the Los Angeles Angels. CJ Abrams followed with a two-run triple to seal the win and a 2-1 series victory for the Nats.
Barger and Guerrero Go Back-to-Back to Beat Red Sox
Addison Barger and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. hit back-to-back solo home runs in the first inning, and that was all the offense the Toronto Blue Jays would need to secure a 5-3 series-clinching victory over the host Boston Red Sox, who have now lost seven of their last eight games.
Cruz’s Two Homers Power Pirates’ Sweep of Mets
Oneil Cruz had a massive day, hitting two home runs and driving in four to lead the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 12-1 rout and a three-game sweep of the New York Mets. It was the Pirates’ first sweep of the Mets since 2015, a significant result that will surely be analyzed by all the top sports picks sites.
Valdez’s Scoreless Gem Shuts Down Cubs
Framber Valdez continued his dominant stretch, delivering his fourth scoreless start of the season as the Houston Astros edged the Chicago Cubs 2-0 to win their rubber match. Jose Altuve’s solo homer in the fifth inning was the only run Houston would need.
Benson’s Walk-Off Single Caps Reds’ Ninth-Inning Rally
Will Benson played hero in Cincinnati, lacing a walk-off RBI single to right field to cap a two-run ninth-inning rally and give the Reds a thrilling 3-2 victory over the visiting San Diego Padres. Spencer Steer had tied the game with an RBI single just moments before.
Rockies Stun Brewers with 11th-Inning Comeback
The Colorado Rockies pulled off an improbable comeback, scoring single runs in each of the last four innings to stun the Milwaukee Brewers 4-3 in 11 innings. Orlando Arcia tied the game with a two-out homer in the ninth before Kyle Farmer delivered the game-winning RBI single in the 11th.
Dodgers Spoil Royals’ Homecoming
Justin Wrobleski was brilliant in relief, throwing six shutout innings out of the bullpen as the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Kansas City Royals 5-1. The loss spoiled the Royals’ return home after they had snapped an 11-game home losing streak the day before.
Garver’s 12th-Inning Homer Lifts Mariners Over Rangers
In a marathon battle, Mitch Garver delivered the final blow, hitting a two-run homer in the top of the 12th inning to lead the Seattle Mariners to a 6-4 victory over the Texas Rangers and clinch the series.
Teel’s Big Day Leads White Sox Past Giants
Rookie Kyle Teel went 3-for-4 with two RBIs, including the go-ahead RBI double in the seventh inning, as the Chicago White Sox took their three-game series against the visiting San Francisco Giants with a 5-2 victory.
Looking Ahead
The Marlins will put their seven-game winning streak on the line as they head home for a new series, while the struggling Twins and Red Sox will look to bounce back from tough weekends. In the NL East, the Phillies’ victory over the Braves gives them a crucial series win as the two rivals continue to battle for division supremacy.
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