Raleigh and Canzone's Home Run Surge Leads Mariners to 10th Win in a Row

Seattle Mariners Continue Dominance with Record-Breaking Performance

In a thrilling game in Kansas City, the Seattle Mariners continued their impressive run by defeating the Kansas City Royals 12-5. The victory marked their 10th consecutive win, showcasing their dominance in the AL West. Cal Raleigh made history by hitting two home runs, matching the club record set by Ken Griffey Jr. and breaking the switch-hitter record previously held by Mickey Mantle.

Raleigh’s first home run was a 419-foot shot off Michael Wacha while batting left-handed, giving him 55 on the season. His second home run, a 425-foot blast off Daniel Lynch IV as he batted right-handed, tied the club mark. This was the 10th multihomer game for Raleigh this season and the 20th of his career. He also doubled in the first inning, finishing 3 for 5 with three RBIs.

Dominic Canzone also had a standout performance, hitting three home runs, which was a career best. His efforts helped the Mariners secure the win. Carter Jensen, a pitcher for Kansas City, hit the first two home runs of his big league career, but it wasn’t enough to stop the Mariners' momentum.

Logan Gilbert pitched five and two-thirds innings, allowing two runs on six hits while striking out five. His performance was crucial in securing the victory.

Cubs Edge Pirates to Move Closer to Playoffs

In Pittsburgh, the Chicago Cubs defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-1, moving closer to their first playoff berth in five years. Michael Busch led the way with a leadoff home run, his 29th of the season. The Cubs’ magic number was reduced to one after a strong performance from starter Cade Horton, who limited the Pirates to one run over five innings.

Nico Hoerner added three hits, and Carson Kelly, Dansby Swanson, and Mosies Ballesteros each contributed two hits. Brad Keller closed out the game with a perfect ninth inning for his fourth save.

Athletics Rally to End Losing Streak

The Oakland Athletics ended their losing streak with a 2-1 victory over the Boston Red Sox. Brett Harris had a go-ahead single in the sixth inning, leading the team to their first five-game winning streak in over a year. Tyler Soderstrom added two hits and an RBI double, contributing to the team's success.

Boston fell into the third AL wild card, a half-game behind Houston and two games behind the New York Yankees. The Red Sox took an early lead in the third inning when Rob Refsnyder scored on an error, but the Athletics managed to come back and win.

Jeffrey Springs started for the Athletics, allowing an unearned run and five hits in four innings. Mitch Spence and Hogan Harris provided solid relief, helping the team secure the win.

Mets Extend Winning Streak

The New York Mets defeated the San Diego Padres 8-3, extending their winning streak to two games. Brett Baty hit a two-run homer that capped a five-run first inning. Francisco Lindor, Pete Alonso, and Cedric Mullins also homered, contributing to the team's success.

The Mets improved to 4-9 this month and moved up in the National League wild card race. Brandon Nimmo and Jeff McNeil added key hits, while Sean Manaea provided a strong performance in relief.

Guardians Win in Extra Innings

The Cleveland Guardians defeated the Detroit Tigers 7-5 in 10 innings, marking their 10th win in 11 games. Steven Kwan, Angel Martinez, José Ramírez, and Kyle Manzardo combined for four extra-base hits in the 10th inning, a feat not seen in 64 years.

Pinch-hitter Kerry Carpenter tied the score in the ninth, and the Guardians extended their lead in the 10th. Gabriel Arias drove in a run with a single, while Spencer Torkelson responded with a two-run homer in the bottom of the 10th.

Brewers Shut Out Angels

The Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Los Angeles Angels 9-2, with All-Star Freddy Peralta pitching a stellar game. Peralta allowed two hits, struck out 10, and earned his 17th win of the season. Christian Yelich hit his 29th home run and drove in three runs, providing crucial support.

Peralta extended his career-high in wins and tied the franchise record set by Zach Davies in 2017. The Brewers' offense was led by Sal Frelick, Caleb Durbin, Andrew Vaughn, and Jackson Chourio, who each drove in a run.

Cardinals Defeat Reds

The St. Louis Cardinals defeated the Cincinnati Reds 3-0, continuing their push for the National League wild card. Michael McGreevy pitched seven sharp innings, allowing three hits and three walks while striking out six. Thomas Saggese hit a two-run homer, contributing to the win.

Cincinnati suffered another loss, dropping three games behind the Mets for the last NL wild card. The Cardinals remain 4 1/2 games back of the Mets with 10 games to play.

Yankees Edge Twins in Thriller

The New York Yankees narrowly beat the Minnesota Twins 10-9 in a high-scoring game. Anthony Volpe returned to the starting lineup with two hits and an RBI, while Trent Grisham hit a three-run homer in the second inning. Every New York starter had a hit, and the Yankees built a 10-1 lead by the second inning.

Despite a rocky start from rookie Cam Schlittler, the Yankees held on to win. David Bednar closed out the game with a three-out save, securing the victory. The Yankees remain five games behind the Toronto Blue Jays in the AL East.

Orioles Top White Sox

The Baltimore Orioles defeated the Chicago White Sox 8-7, improving to 5-0 against them this season. Dylan Beavers tripled, homered, and drove in three runs, while Gunnar Henderson and Coby Mayo each had three hits. Dean Kremer allowed two runs and four hits in 5 1/3 innings, and Keegan Akin closed out the game with a scoreless ninth inning.

Samuel Basallo, making his MLB debut, hit a two-run home run off Shane Smith. The Orioles' offensive firepower proved too much for the White Sox, who struggled to keep up.

Blue Jays Extend Winning Streak

The Toronto Blue Jays defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 6-5, extending their winning streak to six games. Nathan Lukes was involved in several home-run video reviews, and Joey Loperfido hit a home run. George Springer had three hits and two RBIs, contributing to the team's success.

The Blue Jays maintain a five-game lead over the New York Yankees in the AL East. The Rays, meanwhile, have lost nine of 11 games and are now nine games behind Boston for the last AL wild card.

Astros Hold Off Rangers

The Houston Astros defeated the Texas Rangers 6-5, maintaining their position in the AL West. Jeremy Peña went 3 for 3, and Jose Altuve drove in two runs. The Astros nearly squandered a 6-0 lead but managed to hold on for the win.

Jesús Sánchez had a two-run single, and Jonah Heim hit a pinch-hit homer. Bryan Abreu closed out the game with a save, securing the victory. The Astros remain half a game behind Seattle for first place in the AL West.

Braves Sweep Nationals

The Atlanta Braves swept the Washington Nationals in a day-night doubleheader. Chris Sale struck out nine while allowing three hits over eight innings, and Matt Olson hit a bases-loaded triple in the 10th inning to lead the Braves to a 5-0 victory.

Olson homered in the opener, extending his hitting streak to four games. The Nationals reached 90 losses for the fifth straight year, a first for the franchise. The Braves remained in the playoff race, chasing the New York Mets for the final National League wild card.

Marlins Beat Rockies

The Miami Marlins defeated the Colorado Rockies 6-5, improving to five wins in their last six games. Eury Pérez pitched five scoreless innings, and Dane Myers and Jakob Marsee each drove in two runs. The Rockies, who were 1 for 7 with runners in scoring position, scored five runs in the last two innings but still lost their 110th game of the season.

Ronny Henriquez pitched 1 1/3 innings for his seventh save, and Javier Sanoja, Heriberto Hernández, and Eric Wagaman each had two hits. The Marlins' offense proved too much for the Rockies, who continue to struggle.

Diamondbacks Edge Giants

The Arizona Diamondbacks defeated the San Francisco Giants 6-5, keeping pace in the playoff race. Jordan Lawlar hit a bases-loaded single in the ninth inning to score Corbin Carroll with the winning run. The D-backs erased an early four-run deficit, staying 1 1/2 games behind the New York Mets.

The Giants fell three games behind the Mets in the wild card race. Both teams are chasing the Mets for the final National League wild card. The D-backs remain in the mix, with their fourth straight win.

Phillies Top Dodgers

The Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 9-6, erasing a 4-0 deficit. Rafael Marchon hit a tiebreaking, three-run homer off Blake Treinen in the ninth inning. Brandon Marsh and Max Kepler each had a home run in the sixth inning, contributing to the win.

Shohei Ohtani pitched five hitless innings for the Dodgers, but the Phillies rallied to win. Ohtani hit a solo home run in the eighth inning, tying the game at 6-6. The Phillies' bullpen held on for the victory, securing their second straight NL East title.