MLB roundup: Rays erase 8-run deficit, stun Orioles

Rays Rally from Eight-Run Hole (Rays 12, Orioles 8)

Tampa Bay erased an 8–0 deficit—the largest comeback in franchise history—behind 18 hits and balanced run production. Xavier Edwards and Josh Lowe ignited the surge with an RBI each, then Jonathan Aranda, Brandon Lowe, Jake Mangum and Josh Lowe all chipped in two RBIs apiece. Junior Caminero capped the rally with a go-ahead, seventh-inning single scoring Yandy Díaz. Andrew Kittredge (L, 1–1) couldn’t hold the deficit; Mason Montgomery (W, 1–1) earned his first career win with a scoreless eighth inning.

Dodgers Walk It Off in Return of Sheehan (Dodgers 4, Padres 3)

Tommy John comeback kid Emmet Sheehan struck out four and allowed one run in four innings, then Justin Wrobleski (W, 2–2) held San Diego to one earned run over five frames. Los Angeles turned to Will Smith—called off the bench—to deliver a pinch-hit, game-ending homer in the ninth off Robert Suárez (L, 1–3). The walk-off capped the Dodgers’ fifth straight win and moved them within one victory of completing a four-game sweep.

Angels Take Three from Yankees (Angels 3, Yankees 2)

Mike Trout scored the decisive run on an Anthony Volpe throwing error in the eighth, preserving Los Angeles’s perfect start to this road series. Jo Adell and Nolan Schanuel each went deep, while Jazz Chisholm Jr.’s second-inning homer snapped New York’s 30-inning scoreless skid. Will Warren (L, 4–4) fanned a career-high 11 but still fell victim to the Angels’ opportunistic eighth.

Red Sox Shut Out Mariners (Red Sox 3, Mariners 1)

Garrett Crochet (W, 7–4) delivered six shutout innings with eight strikeouts and no walks, buoyed by Marcelo Mayer’s solo shot and Trevor Story’s two-run blast in the fourth. Luis Castillo (L, 4–5) yielded three runs over six innings, and a lone Randy Arozarena double in the second accounted for Seattle’s run. Boston has now won seven of eight.

Blue Jays Cruise Past D-backs (Blue Jays 8, Diamondbacks 1)

Eric Lauer (W, 3–1) struck out a season-best eight over 5⅓ innings, surrendering one run on four hits. Toronto erupted for five runs in the second, highlighted by Bo Bichette’s leadoff homer; Vladimir Guerrero Jr. added two hits and three RBIs in a dominant outing. Eduardo Rodríguez (L, 2–4) took the loss, allowing two runs (one earned) in 4⅔ innings.

Phillies Defeat Marlins (Phillies 4, Marlins 2)

Ranger Suárez (W, 6–1) dazzled with seven innings of one-run ball and eight strikeouts. Bryson Stott’s three-run homer in the third proved decisive, and Alec Bohm’s three-hit day added depth to Philadelphia’s offense. Eric Wagaman and Heriberto Hernandez drove in Miami’s runs, but the Marlins couldn’t rally in the ninth.

Braves Blank Mets (Braves 5, Mets 0)

Chris Sale (W, 5–4) tossed 8⅔ shutout innings with seven strikeouts, stifling a Mets lineup mired in a five-game skid. Atlanta provided run support with solo homers by Ronald Acuña Jr. and Matt Olson, and Ozzie Albies collected two hits as the Braves won back-to-back games in this series.

Astros Dominate Athletics (Astros 11, Athletics 4)

William Taylor’s Pick: Astros ML (−154) — Cashed
Jose Altuve and Víctor Caratini each belted three-run homers in a seven-run seventh inning that blew the game open. Houston totaled a season-high 20 hits, paced by Cam Smith’s four-hit night. In his first MLB start since 2022, Jason Alexander yielded one unearned run over six innings, highlighting Houston’s depth and power.

Rockies Edge Nationals (Rockies 3, Nationals 1)

William Taylor’s Pick: Rockies ML (+145) — Cashed
Michael Toglia clubbed his third homer in two games, and German Márquez delivered 5⅔ scoreless innings to snap Washington’s 11-game losing streak. Jordan Beck added a solo shot and set the table with a two-hit day. Rockies closer Seth Halvorsen worked a perfect ninth for his fifth save.

Royals Handle Rangers (Royals 6, Rangers 3)

Salvador Pérez hit a three-run homer and later delivered an RBI triple, powering Kansas City’s win in Arlington. Kris Bubic (W, 6–4) scattered nine hits and three runs over 5⅓ innings, and Carlos Estévez notched his 20th save. Texas’s offense was held in check despite three-hit performances from Sam Haggerty and Wyatt Langford.

Reds Win Rain-Shortened Game (Reds 4, Twins 2 – 6 innings)

Spencer Steer’s two-run homer and RBI doubled highlighted Cincinnati’s early surge before rain halted play with two outs in the sixth. Nick Lodolo (W, 5–5) allowed two runs on three hits, while Byron Buxton plated an early run on a first-pitch homer. The victory was Cincinnati’s fourth straight.

Guardians Prevail in San Francisco (Guardians 4, Giants 2)

William Taylor’s Pick: Guardians ML (+121) — Cashed
Daniel Schneemann’s three-run homer in the first provided all the offense Cleveland needed. Logan Allen (W, 5–4) spun 5⅓ innings of two-run ball, and Emmanuel Clase locked down his 16th save. The bullpen has now yielded just one run over the past eight innings in this series.

Featured Handicapper: William Taylor

• Yesterday’s Record: 3–0 ML | Profit: +$366
• Winning Picks:
  • Guardians ML (+121)
  • Rockies ML (+145)
  • Astros ML (−154)
• Today’s Pick: Cardinals–White Sox OVER 8½ (−103)

For deeper insights on MLB wagering strategies and finding value in money-line bets, visit Sportshub’s Baseball Betting Tips and Strategies for Everyone.