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Bo Naylor, Josh Naylor become first brothers to hit multi-run homers in same inning for same team
Read full article: Bo Naylor, Josh Naylor become first brothers to hit multi-run homers in same inning for same teamBo and Josh Naylor of the Cleveland Guardians became the first brothers major league history to hit multi-run homers in the same inning for the same team when each hit a two-run shot during the third inning at Texas.
Yarbrough returns from facial fractures, pitches Royals past Guardians 4-1 to snap 6-game skid
Read full article: Yarbrough returns from facial fractures, pitches Royals past Guardians 4-1 to snap 6-game skidRyan Yarbrough won his return to the mound for Kansas City after being hit in the face by a line drive two months ago and the Royals beat Shane Bieber for the first time, snapping a six-game losing streak with a 4-1 win over the Cleveland Guardians.
Fry's hit in 10th ends Braves' winning streak; Cleveland beats Atlanta 6-5
Read full article: Fry's hit in 10th ends Braves' winning streak; Cleveland beats Atlanta 6-5David Fry had a game-ending hit and the Cleveland Guardians stopped the Atlanta Braves’ nine-game winning streak with a 6-5 victory in 10 innings Tuesday night.
Astros' Peña, Tucker, Phillies' Realmuto win Gold Gloves
Read full article: Astros' Peña, Tucker, Phillies' Realmuto win Gold GlovesAstros rookie shortstop and AL Championship Series MVP Jeremy Peña won his first Gold Glove Award and Houston right fielder Kyle Tucker joined his teammate on the list announced before Game 3 of the World Series.
Stanton, Judge HR, Yankees beat Guards, into ALCS vs Astros
Read full article: Stanton, Judge HR, Yankees beat Guards, into ALCS vs AstrosGiancarlo Stanton and Aaron Judge staggered Cleveland with early homers, and the New York Yankees rocked past the Guardians 5-1 in the decisive Game 5 of their AL Division Series to set up another rematch with Houston for the pennant.
Guardians-Yankees rained out, to play ALDS Game 5 on Tuesday
Read full article: Guardians-Yankees rained out, to play ALDS Game 5 on TuesdayThe decisive Game 5 of the AL Division Series between the Cleveland Guardians and New York Yankees has been postponed by rain after a 2 1/2-hour delay and rescheduled for Tuesday at 4:07 p.m. Both teams took batting practice ahead of the scheduled 7:07 p.m. start.
Yankees bench SS Kiner-Falefa for Game 4 of ALDS vs. Guards
Read full article: Yankees bench SS Kiner-Falefa for Game 4 of ALDS vs. GuardsThe New York Yankees tweaked their starting lineup for Game 4 of the AL Division Series, benching shortstop Isiah Kiner-Falefa and starting Aaron Hicks in left field as they try to keep their season alive.
Guardians rally past Yankees 4-2 in 10 innings, tie ALDS 1-1
Read full article: Guardians rally past Yankees 4-2 in 10 innings, tie ALDS 1-1Oscar Gonzalez singled in the go-ahead run with Cleveland’s second straight bloop hit in the 10th inning, and the Guardians overcame a two-run deficit to beat the New York Yankees 4-2 and even their best-of-five AL Division Series at one game apiece.
Trout's HR streak ends at 7 games; Guardians win 5th in row
Read full article: Trout's HR streak ends at 7 games; Guardians win 5th in rowAngels star Mike Trout’s streak of consecutive games hitting a home run ended at seven, one shy of the major league record, and the AL Central-leading Cleveland Guardians beat Los Angeles 3-1.
Quantrill throws 6 shutout innings, Guardians top Astros 4-1
Read full article: Quantrill throws 6 shutout innings, Guardians top Astros 4-1Cal Quantrill pitched six scoreless innings and Amed Rosario had a two-run single, lifting the Cleveland Guardians to a 4-1 victory over the AL West-leading Houston Astros.
Guardians' Plesac throws ball out of Fenway, Bosox end skid
Read full article: Guardians' Plesac throws ball out of Fenway, Bosox end skidCleveland pitcher Zach Plesac threw the ball completely out of Fenway Park as the grounds crew began to bring out the tarp, and the Boston Red Sox ended a five-game losing streak by beating the Guardians 3-1.
Giménez homer in 9th gives Guardians 5-3 win over Twins
Read full article: Giménez homer in 9th gives Guardians 5-3 win over TwinsAndrés Giménez hit a two-run homer in the ninth inning and the Cleveland Guardians beat the Minnesota Twins 5-3 for their second straight walk-off win against their AL Central rivals.
Guardians hit with COVID-19 outbreak, manager Francona out
Read full article: Guardians hit with COVID-19 outbreak, manager Francona outThe Cleveland Guardians are dealing with a COVID-19 outbreak that has sidelined manager Terry Francona and several of the team’s coaches, leading to the postponement of their series finale against the Chicago White Sox.
Clevinger impressive, Padres edge Guardians 5-4 in DH opener
Read full article: Clevinger impressive, Padres edge Guardians 5-4 in DH openerMike Clevinger had an impressive first start since undergoing elbow surgery in 2020, and Manny Machado hit a two-run home as the San Diego Padres beat the Cleveland Guardians 5-4 in the first game of a doubleheader.
Ward, Ohtani lead Angels over Guardians 9-5 for 4th straight
Read full article: Ward, Ohtani lead Angels over Guardians 9-5 for 4th straightTaylor Ward hit a grand slam and finished a single shy of the cycle, Shohei Ohtani showed off his two-way prowess and the surging Los Angeles Angels rolled to a 9-5 victory over the Cleveland Guardians for their fourth consecutive win.
Cole, Yanks sweep Guardians in series blighted by fan issues
Read full article: Cole, Yanks sweep Guardians in series blighted by fan issuesGerrit Cole bounced back from the shortest start of his career, Anthony Rizzo powered an early offensive barrage and the New York Yankees pounded the Cleveland Guardians 10-2 to complete a three-game sweep in a series marred by fan misbehavior.
Yanks up security, Straw taunted after fans pelt Guardians
Read full article: Yanks up security, Straw taunted after fans pelt GuardiansThe New York Yankees say they’ve increased security in the stands a day after fans threw bottles, cans and other debris at Cleveland Guardians outfielders following a walk-off victory.
Yanks fans pelt Cleveland outfielders with debris after win
Read full article: Yanks fans pelt Cleveland outfielders with debris after winSome Yankees fans in the right-field bleachers pelted Cleveland outfielders with bottles, cans and debris in a chaotic scene moments after Isiah Kiner-Falefa and pinch-hitter Gleyber Torres got RBI hits with two outs in the ninth inning to lift New York to a 5-4 win.
Ramírez slam in 9-run 2nd, Guardians top White Sox in Game 1
Read full article: Ramírez slam in 9-run 2nd, Guardians top White Sox in Game 1José Ramírez hit his second grand slam of the season, connecting during a nine-run second inning as the Cleveland Guardians roughed up Dallas Keuchel and routed the sloppy Chicago White Sox 11-1 in the opener of a doubleheader.
Ramírez, Miller lead Guardians over Reds; Kwan goes hitless
Read full article: Ramírez, Miller lead Guardians over Reds; Kwan goes hitlessJosé Ramírez homered, doubled and drove in three runs, Owen Miller hit two home runs and the Cleveland Guardians beat the Cincinnati Reds 7-3 for their fourth straight win.
Witt a debut! Royals rookie stars in 3-1 win over Guardians
Read full article: Witt a debut! Royals rookie stars in 3-1 win over GuardiansBobby Witt Jr. capped his highly anticipated big league debut with his first hit, a go-ahead double with two outs in the eighth inning, sending the Kansas City Royals to a 3-1 victory over the rechristened Cleveland Guardians.
Changing to Guardians: Indians close with 6-0 win at Texas
Read full article: Changing to Guardians: Indians close with 6-0 win at TexasAaron Civale allowed only three singles while pitching six scoreless innings and the Cleveland Indians closed out their 107th and final season under that name with a 6-0 win against the Texas Rangers.
White Sox clinch AL Central with victory over Indians
Read full article: White Sox clinch AL Central with victory over IndiansThe Chicago White Sox clinched their first AL Central title since 2008 with a 7-2 win over the Cleveland Indians behind two home runs by Tim Anderson in the opener of a doubleheader spit.
Brewers' Burnes, Hader combine for MLB record 9th no-hitter
Read full article: Brewers' Burnes, Hader combine for MLB record 9th no-hitterMilwaukee ace Corbin Burnes combined with reliever Josh Hader to pitch baseball’s record ninth no-hitter this season, breaking a mark set when pitchers began throwing overhand in 1884 as the Brewers beat the Cleveland Indians 3-0.
Altuve hits grand slam on 2-homer night, Astros beat Giants
Read full article: Altuve hits grand slam on 2-homer night, Astros beat GiantsJosé Altuve hit a grand slam in the sixth one inning after putting Houston ahead on a solo homer, and the AL-leading Houston Astros held off the San Francisco Giants 9-6 in a matchup of baseball’s top two teams.
Astros lose combo no-hit try in 8th; Rangers' skid hits 11
Read full article: Astros lose combo no-hit try in 8th; Rangers' skid hits 11Framber Valdez and the Houston bullpen took a no-hit try into the eighth inning and Astros beat Texas 4-1, sending the Rangers to their season-worst 11th straight loss.
Altuve slam in 10th lifts Astros over Rangers on Baker B-day
Read full article: Altuve slam in 10th lifts Astros over Rangers on Baker B-dayJose Altuve belted a grand slam in the 10th inning and the Houston Astros, saved by Carlos Correa’s tying homer in the ninth, beat the Texas Rangers 6-3 to give manager Dusty Baker quite an exciting birthday gift.
Tatis tying HR in 9th, Myers HR in 12th, Padres beat Astros
Read full article: Tatis tying HR in 9th, Myers HR in 12th, Padres beat AstrosFernando Tatis Jr. launched a monstrous, three-run homer with two outs in the ninth inning to tie it, Wil Myers hit a three-run drive in the 12th and the San Diego Padres beat the Houston Astros 11-8.
Walsh's big night helps Angels rally for 5-4 win over Astros
Read full article: Walsh's big night helps Angels rally for 5-4 win over AstrosJared Walsh homered and matched a career high with four hits, Justin Upton also connected and the Los Angeles Angels rallied in the sixth inning to beat the Houston Astros 5-4.
Gomber lifts Rockies 6-3, Astros' 9th loss in 10 games
Read full article: Gomber lifts Rockies 6-3, Astros' 9th loss in 10 gamesAustin Gomber got his first victory for the Colorado Rockies, allowing two hits over six innings to beat the Astros 6-3 on a wintry afternoon and send Houston to its ninth loss in 10 games.
Ohtani fans 5 in return to mound; Harper HR on 1st swing
Read full article: Ohtani fans 5 in return to mound; Harper HR on 1st swingThe 2018 AL Rookie of the Year is off to a strong start this spring on both sides. PHILLIES 3, PIRATES 0Bryce Harper homered on his first swing of spring training, launching a opposite-field drive to left. Chad Kuhl made his second start for Pittsburgh, allowing two runs on three hits. Brad Keller worked three innings in the start for the Royals and allowed a run on four hits and two walks. BRAVES 4, TWINS 0 (7)Kyle Wright fared much better in his second start for Atlanta, allowing one hit in three shutout innings with two strikeouts.
Spring games begin with fans, new faces, moment for Mancini
Read full article: Spring games begin with fans, new faces, moment for ManciniAdJazz Chisholm of the Marlins and Adam Haseley of the Phillies did even better — they led off games with home runs. Mancini took off his helmet to acknowledge a standing ovation that included the fans, the Orioles and the Pirates. Marco Gonzales made his first spring start for Seattle, allowing two hits and an unearned run in two innings. Center fielder Trent Grisham, coming off his first Gold Glove last season, doubled and scored a run for San Diego. Top prospect Jeter Downs had a two-run home run and RBI single, while Michael Chavis hit a solo shot.
Trout sets franchise HR mark, Angels rally to beat Astros
Read full article: Trout sets franchise HR mark, Angels rally to beat AstrosOne out later, Adell lined a two-run single to right off Enoli Paredes (1-2) for his first game-ending hit. Kyle Tucker homered and drove in three runs for the Astros, who lost in walk-off fashion for the second straight game. With two outs and runners on second and third, Martin Maldonado hit a two-run single to right-center. After Yuli Gurriel's two-run single in the third, Tucker extended the lead to 4-1 with a run-scoring infield single. It is the seventh game to start with triple-digit temperatures since the ballpark opened in 1966.
Maldonado's 3-run shot leads Astros over Giants 5-1
Read full article: Maldonado's 3-run shot leads Astros over Giants 5-1Houston Astros' Martin Maldonado hits a three-run home run against the San Francisco Giants during the sixth inning of a baseball game Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2020, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)HOUSTON Martn Maldonado hit a three-run home run to back a strong start by Zack Greinke and help the Houston Astros to a 5-1 win over the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday night. Maldonado then knocked his two-strike homer into the seats in left field to make it 5-1. San Francisco starter Trevor Cahill, who was selected to the Major League roster before the game, walked four in 1 2/3 innings. UP NEXTGiants: San Francisco is off on Thursday before Johnny Cueto (1-0, 5.40) is scheduled to start on Friday night in the first of three games against Oakland.
Astros outlast Angels 6-5 in 11; Ohtani has arm discomfort
Read full article: Astros outlast Angels 6-5 in 11; Ohtani has arm discomfortBefore those two dramatic extra innings, Ohtani started the day by issuing five walks and getting only five outs before getting pulled from his second rough start of the season. That first inning was outstanding, said Angels manager Joe Maddon, who apparently wasn't aware Ohtani was headed for an MRI during his postgame interview. Any sustained absence would be a double blow to the struggling Angels, who use Ohtani as their designated hitter on most days between his pitching starts. After a strong eight-pitch first inning, Ohtani walked his first three batters of the second. UP NEXTAstros: Baker hasn't said who will start Tuesday night when the Astros open a three-game series at Arizona.
All quiet till Ros HR in 13th lifts Dodgers over Astros 4-2
Read full article: All quiet till Ros HR in 13th lifts Dodgers over Astros 4-2Los Angeles Dodgers' Edwin Rios watches his two-run home run against the Houston Astros during the 13th inning of a baseball game Wednesday, July 29, 2020, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)HOUSTON After a testy, noisy game in the series opener, all was quiet between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Houston Astros on Wednesday night. Until the loud crack of Edwin Ros' bat for a two-run homer in the 13th inning lifted the Dodgers to a 4-2 victory. The Dodgers played without manager Dave Roberts, suspended one game for his part in Tuesday night's heated matchup that saw the dugouts clear. Stripling allowed four hits and one run with seven strikeouts in seven innings in a win over the Giants on Friday.