Baseball Highlights from Yesterday
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Here are the top baseball highlights from yesterday’s games.
Yankees vs. Red Sox
The New York Yankees faced off against the Boston Red Sox yesterday in a hard-fought game that ultimately ended in a victory for the Yankees. The game was close throughout, with both teams playing tough defense and making some great offensive plays.
In the end, it was the Yankees’ offense that proved to be the difference maker, as they were able to string together some key hits to score runs The game was exciting from start to finish, and it was great to see two of baseball’s biggest rivals go head-to-head.
Cubs vs. Cardinals
The Chicago Cubs faced off against the St. Louis Cardinals yesterday in a hard fought game. The Cardinals got off to a hot start, but the Cubs battled back. The game was tied going into the bottom of the ninth, but the Cardinals pulled ahead to win it.
Dodgers vs. Giants
The Dodgers defeated the Giants 9-5 yesterday in a game that saw some great hitting from both teams. The Dodgers got off to a hot start, scoring three runs in the first inning. The Giants responded with two runs in the bottom of the first, but the Dodgers pulled ahead again with two more runs in the second inning. The Giants scored one run in the bottom of the second, but the Dodgers extended their lead to 7-3 with two more runs in the third inning. The Giants scored two more runs in the bottom of the third, but they couldn’t catch up to the Dodgers, who went on to win 9-5.
Rangers vs. Astros
In a battle for Texas supremacy, the Rangers took on the Astros yesterday in Houston. The game was tightly contested throughout, but the Rangers ultimately came out on top, winning by a score of 3-2.
The Rangers got on the board first in the top of the third inning when second baseman Rougned Odor hit a solo home run to right field. The Astros answered back in the bottom of the fourth when Left fielder George Springer hit a solo home run of his own to tie the game at 1-1.
The Rangers took the lead again in the top of the fifth inning when shortstop Elvis Andrus hit a two-run home run to right field. The Astros once again rallied, this time in the bottom of the sixth inning, when third baseman Alex Bregman hit a solo home run to cut the Rangers’ lead to 3-2.
That’s how it would stay for the rest of the game, as neither team was able to score any more runs. The Rangers held on for the win, giving them a 1-0 lead in this crucial four-game series.
White Sox vs. Twins
The White Sox defeated the Twins yesterday in a close game The final score was 6-5, with the White Sox winning in the bottom of the ninth inning
Highlights from the game included a grand slam from White Sox catcher Yasmani Grandal in the third inning, and a go-ahead Home Run from Twins second baseman Luis Arraez in the top of the ninth.
Rays vs. Blue Jays
In yesterday’s game between the Rays and the Blue Jays the Rays pulled ahead in the 8th inning and held on to win by a score of 5-2. home runs by Ji-Man Choi and Austin Meadows powered the Rays to victory, while starter Blake Snell picked up his 8th win of the season.
Brewers vs. Pirates
In yesterday’s game between the Brewers and the Pirates, the Brewers came out on top with a final score of 9-4. Highlights from the game included a home run from Ryan Braun in the bottom of the first inning, as well as a Grand Slam from Travis Shaw in the bottom of the fourth inning.
Marlins vs. Mets
The Marlins lost to the Mets yesterday in a close game The final score was 3-2.
The Marlins got on the board first, with a solo home run from left fielder Derek Dietrich in the bottom of the second inning. The Mets answered back in the top of the third, with a home run from right fielder Jay Bruce.
The Mets took the lead in the top of the fifth inning, with a RBI single from shortstop Amed Rosario. The Marlins had a chance to tie the game in the bottom of the ninth inning, with runners on first and second base, but they were unable to capitalize and ultimately lost 3-2.
Diamondbacks vs. Rockies
The Colorado Rockies played the Arizona Diamondbacks yesterday in a game that resulted in a win for the Rockies. The game was a close one, with the score being 4-3 in favor of the Rockies. This victory brings the Rockies’ record to 7-3 while the Diamondbacks now have a 4-6 record.
Some of the notable players from yesterday’s game include Nolan Arenado who had two hits and one RBI for the Rockies, and Domingo Leyba, who had two hits for the Diamondbacks.
Overall, it was a close and exciting game between two teams that are both trying to get back to their winning ways.
Athletics vs. Mariners
In yesterday’s baseball game the Oakland Athletics faced off against the Seattle Mariners The Athletics were able to take an early lead in the game and held onto it throughout, winning the match 7-1. This victory brings the Oakland team’s record to 72-46 for the season so far.
