MLB roundup: Giants explode for 9 runs in 11th vs. Cubs

Giants Explode for 9 in 11th, Crush Cubs 14-5

The San Francisco Giants delivered one of the wildest extra-inning explosions of the season, plating nine runs in the 11th inning to stun the Chicago Cubs 14-5 at Wrigley Field.

Jung Hoo Lee led the surge with a two-run homer earlier and added a clutch RBI single during the 11th-inning barrage. Matt Chapman and Heliot Ramos also had standout games, combining for seven hits and four RBIs.

The Cubs bullpen collapsed as Ryan Pressly allowed nine runs (eight earned) without recording an out. San Francisco totaled 16 hits and has now won four of its last five.

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Yankees Snap Skid With 10-Run Seventh vs. Padres

The New York Yankees broke out of a slump in emphatic fashion with a 12-3 rout of the San Diego Padres, highlighted by a 10-run seventh inning that featured an Austin Wells grand slam.

Aaron Judge homered and extended his on-base streak to 32 games, while Michael King—facing his former team—allowed two runs in six innings.

The Padres had won six straight before the loss.

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Phillies Stay Hot, Double Up Rays 8-4

Zack Wheeler was dominant again, striking out nine and allowing just four hits over seven innings as the Phillies knocked off the Rays 8-4 in Tampa.

Nick Castellanos paced the offense with four RBIs, including a homer, while Kyle Schwarber and Alec Bohm also went deep. Philadelphia continues to surge offensively, having scored over 30 runs in their last four games.

Yandy Diaz homered for the Rays but left mid-game due to an apparent injury.

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Cardinals Edge Pirates Behind Burleson, Liberatore

In a tightly contested NL Central battle, the St. Louis Cardinals got a clutch two-run double from Alec Burleson to edge the Pittsburgh Pirates 2-1.

Matthew Liberatore struck out eight over seven innings in a gem, outdueling Paul Skenes, who gave up just three hits but was tagged with the loss.

The Pirates have now dropped six straight, continuing a rough stretch.

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Marlins Walk Off Dodgers in Extras

Jesus Sanchez played hero with a walk-off single in the 10th inning, lifting the Miami Marlins to a 5-4 win over the Dodgers.

Shohei Ohtani and Freddie Freeman both homered for LA, but Miami’s Liam Hicks added a pivotal two-run blast and Jesus Tinoco tossed two scoreless innings to earn the win.

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Mariners Rally in 9th, Sink Athletics

Down late, the Seattle Mariners got a two-run pinch-hit single from Cal Raleigh to complete a 5-3 comeback win over the Oakland Athletics.

Julio Rodriguez stayed hot with three hits, including a homer. Oakland wasted a go-ahead hit by Miguel Andujar in the 8th, as their bullpen couldn’t shut the door.

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Angels Use 6-Run 8th to Overpower Blue Jays

Yoan Moncada’s three-run blast keyed a six-run eighth inning that led the Los Angeles Angels to an 8-3 win over the Toronto Blue Jays.

Taylor Ward and Jo Adell also homered in support of Tyler Anderson, who struck out seven in a strong no-decision.

George Springer and Anthony Santander each went deep for Toronto.

Diamondbacks Win Behind Gallen, Gurriel

Zac Gallen finally notched his first home win of the season, limiting the Mets to two hits over seven dominant innings in a 5-1 Diamondbacks victory.

Lourdes Gurriel Jr. paced Arizona with three hits and a two-run homer.

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Brewers Hold Off Astros

The Milwaukee Brewers jumped on Houston early with a four-run first, capped by a Jake Bauers homer. Rookie Chad Patrick held a shutout into the seventh, and Trevor Megill closed it out for a 4-3 win.

Houston’s only offense came via a Brendan Rodgers three-run blast in the seventh.

Twins Dominate Orioles Behind Buxton, Correa

Byron Buxton and Carlos Correa combined for 7 RBIs as the Minnesota Twins blew out the Baltimore Orioles 9-1.

Pablo Lopez was sharp with 11 strikeouts over five innings, and Minnesota extended its win streak to three games.

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Royals Stun White Sox on Wild Walk-Off

Bobby Witt Jr. delivered a walk-off single as the Kansas City Royals capitalized on multiple White Sox fielding errors in the 9th to win 4-3.

The play of the game? A pop-up that bounced off the second baseman’s head, setting up Witt’s winner.

Rangers Smack Red Sox on 16 Hits

Nathan Eovaldi was excellent again, allowing one run over six innings as the Texas Rangers cruised to a 6-1 win over the Boston Red Sox in soggy conditions.

Texas tallied 16 hits, led by Josh Smith and Adolis Garcia, each with three hits.

Braves Walk Off Reds in Extras

Marcell Ozuna’s walk-off single in the 10th gave the Atlanta Braves a 2-1 win over the Cincinnati Reds, who have now dropped four straight.

Raisel Iglesias earned the win for Atlanta, who continues to capitalize on extra-inning opportunities.

Nationals, Guardians Split Twin Bill

• Game 1: Washington exploded for four runs in the 7th to win 10-9. Jose Tena delivered the go-ahead double.
• Game 2: Carlos Santana homered and the Guardians cruised 9-1 behind Ben Lively’s strong start.

FAQs

What was the biggest blowout of the night?

• The Yankees’ 12-3 rout of the Padres, fueled by a 10-run seventh inning.

Which pitcher had the most strikeouts?

• Pablo Lopez (Twins) struck out 11 Orioles in five innings.

Who hit the walk-off winner for the Braves?

• Marcell Ozuna delivered the game-winner in the 10th.

Which under-the-radar player stood out?

• Tanner Gordon (Rockies) didn’t pitch, but Lourdes Gurriel Jr. had a quiet three-hit night with a homer.

How did the Phillies perform?

• They stayed hot with an 8-4 win over the Rays, powered by Zack Wheeler and Nick Castellanos.

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