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Diamondbacks host the Rockies on 4-game home win streak

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Colorado Rockies (24-33, fifth in the NL West) vs. Arizona Diamondbacks (33-23, second in the NL West)

Phoenix; Thursday, 3:40 p.m. EDT

PITCHING PROBABLES: Rockies: Chase Anderson (0-0, 1.31 ERA, .97 WHIP, 10 strikeouts); Diamondbacks: Zach Davies (0-1, 5.68 ERA, 1.74 WHIP, 10 strikeouts)

FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Diamondbacks -169, Rockies +144; over/under is 10 runs

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Marlins and Padres play with series tied 1-1

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Marlins and Padres play with series tied 1-1

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San Diego Padres (25-30, fourth in the NL West) vs. Miami Marlins (29-27, second in the NL East)

Miami; Thursday, 1:10 p.m. EDT

PITCHING PROBABLES: Padres: Joe Musgrove (2-2, 5.64 ERA, 1.45 WHIP, 31 strikeouts); Marlins: Jesus Luzardo (4-3, 3.67 ERA, 1.39 WHIP, 70 strikeouts)

FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Padres -118, Marlins -101; over/under is 8 runs

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San Diego Padres (25-30, fourth in the NL West) vs. Miami Marlins (29-27, second in the NL East)

Miami; Thursday, 1:10 p.m. EDT

PITCHING PROBABLES: Padres: Joe Musgrove (2-2, 5.64 ERA, 1.45 WHIP, 31 strikeouts); Marlins: Jesus Luzardo (4-3, 3.67 ERA, 1.39 WHIP, 70 strikeouts)

FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Padres -118, Marlins -101; over/under is 8 runs

Reds bring 5-game road win streak into game against the Red Sox

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Reds bring 5-game road win streak into game against the Red Sox

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Cincinnati Reds (26-29, third in the NL Central) vs. Boston Red Sox (28-27, fifth in the AL East)

Boston; Thursday, 7:10 p.m. EDT

PITCHING PROBABLES: Reds: Hunter Greene (1-4, 4.18 ERA, 1.38 WHIP, 80 strikeouts); Red Sox: Chris Sale (5-2, 4.72 ERA, 1.16 WHIP, 65 strikeouts)

FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Red Sox -166, Reds +142; over/under is 9 runs

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Cincinnati Reds (26-29, third in the NL Central) vs. Boston Red Sox (28-27, fifth in the AL East)

Boston; Thursday, 7:10 p.m. EDT

PITCHING PROBABLES: Reds: Hunter Greene (1-4, 4.18 ERA, 1.38 WHIP, 80 strikeouts); Red Sox: Chris Sale (5-2, 4.72 ERA, 1.16 WHIP, 65 strikeouts)

FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Red Sox -166, Reds +142; over/under is 9 runs

Astros begin 4-game series against the Angels

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Astros begin 4-game series against the Angels

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Los Angeles Angels (30-27, third in the AL West) vs. Houston Astros (32-23, second in the AL West)

Houston; Thursday, 8:10 p.m. EDT

PITCHING PROBABLES: Angels: Reid Detmers (0-4, 4.93 ERA, 1.53 WHIP, 58 strikeouts); Astros: Framber Valdez (5-4, 2.38 ERA, 1.04 WHIP, 77 strikeouts)

BOTTOM LINE: The Houston Astros host the Los Angeles Angels to open a four-game series.

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Los Angeles Angels (30-27, third in the AL West) vs. Houston Astros (32-23, second in the AL West)

Houston; Thursday, 8:10 p.m. EDT

PITCHING PROBABLES: Angels: Reid Detmers (0-4, 4.93 ERA, 1.53 WHIP, 58 strikeouts); Astros: Framber Valdez (5-4, 2.38 ERA, 1.04 WHIP, 77 strikeouts)

BOTTOM LINE: The Houston Astros host the Los Angeles Angels to open a four-game series.

Blue Jays and Brewers play in series rubber match

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Blue Jays and Brewers play in series rubber match

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Milwaukee Brewers (29-26, first in the NL Central) vs. Toronto Blue Jays (29-27, fourth in the AL East)

Toronto; Thursday, 1:07 p.m. EDT

PITCHING PROBABLES: Brewers: Freddy Peralta (5-4, 4.47 ERA, 1.40 WHIP, 58 strikeouts); Blue Jays: Kevin Gausman (3-3, 3.03 ERA, 1.13 WHIP, 89 strikeouts)

FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Blue Jays -197, Brewers +167; over/under is 8 1/2 runs

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Milwaukee Brewers (29-26, first in the NL Central) vs. Toronto Blue Jays (29-27, fourth in the AL East)

Toronto; Thursday, 1:07 p.m. EDT

PITCHING PROBABLES: Brewers: Freddy Peralta (5-4, 4.47 ERA, 1.40 WHIP, 58 strikeouts); Blue Jays: Kevin Gausman (3-3, 3.03 ERA, 1.13 WHIP, 89 strikeouts)

FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Blue Jays -197, Brewers +167; over/under is 8 1/2 runs

Mets try to keep home win streak going, host the Phillies

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Mets try to keep home win streak going, host the Phillies

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Philadelphia Phillies (25-30, fourth in the NL East) vs. New York Mets (29-27, third in the NL East)

New York; Thursday, 1:10 p.m. EDT

PITCHING PROBABLES: Phillies: Taijuan Walker (4-2, 5.57 ERA, 1.46 WHIP, 43 strikeouts); Mets: Max Scherzer (4-2, 3.54 ERA, 1.13 WHIP, 39 strikeouts)

FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Mets -173, Phillies +147; over/under is 8 1/2 runs

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Philadelphia Phillies (25-30, fourth in the NL East) vs. New York Mets (29-27, third in the NL East)

New York; Thursday, 1:10 p.m. EDT

PITCHING PROBABLES: Phillies: Taijuan Walker (4-2, 5.57 ERA, 1.46 WHIP, 43 strikeouts); Mets: Max Scherzer (4-2, 3.54 ERA, 1.13 WHIP, 39 strikeouts)

FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Mets -173, Phillies +147; over/under is 8 1/2 runs

Naylor leads Guardians against the Twins after 4-hit game

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Naylor leads Guardians against the Twins after 4-hit game

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Cleveland Guardians (25-30, third in the AL Central) vs. Minnesota Twins (29-27, first in the AL Central)

Minneapolis; Thursday, 7:40 p.m. EDT

PITCHING PROBABLES: Guardians: Tanner Bibee (1-1, 2.88 ERA, 1.08 WHIP, 34 strikeouts); Twins: Pablo Lopez (3-3, 4.11 ERA, 1.13 WHIP, 81 strikeouts)

FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Twins -140, Guardians +119; over/under is 8 runs

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Cleveland Guardians (25-30, third in the AL Central) vs. Minnesota Twins (29-27, first in the AL Central)

Minneapolis; Thursday, 7:40 p.m. EDT

PITCHING PROBABLES: Guardians: Tanner Bibee (1-1, 2.88 ERA, 1.08 WHIP, 34 strikeouts); Twins: Pablo Lopez (3-3, 4.11 ERA, 1.13 WHIP, 81 strikeouts)

FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Twins -140, Guardians +119; over/under is 8 runs

Walker hits 100th homer, Diamondbacks beat Rockies 6-0 for 4th straight win

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Walker hits 100th homer, Diamondbacks beat Rockies 6-0 for 4th straight win

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PHOENIX (AP) — As the calendar turns to June, the Arizona Diamondbacks look as if they're easily one of the most improved clubs in the big leagues.

If guys like second-year lefty Tommy Henry keep turning in performances like he did Wednesday night, the good times might just keep rolling for the remainder of the season.

Henry threw seven strong innings, Christian Walker hit his 100th career home run and the D-backs won their fourth straight game, beating the Colorado Rockies 6-0. Arizona has won 13 of 18 games and is just a half-game behind the Los Angeles Dodgers for the top of the NL West.

“We’re in a good spot,” D-backs manager Torey Lovullo said. “We’re a good baseball team with a lot to prove. We’ve worked hard to put ourselves in this position.”

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Arizona Diamondbacks' Gabriel Moreno, right, beats out an infield single as Colorado Rockies first baseman Elehuris Montero (44) reaches for the throw during the fifth inning of a baseball game Wednesday, May 31, 2023, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

Cal Raleigh’s RBI single in 10th inning gives Mariners 1-0 win over Yankees

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Cal Raleigh’s RBI single in 10th inning gives Mariners 1-0 win over Yankees

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SEATTLE (AP) — George Kirby wanted to atone after getting rocked the last time he stepped on the mound for Seattle. Facing the team he grew up loving only amplified his emotions.

Cal Raleigh made sure Kirby's terrific performance didn't go to waste.

Raleigh’s single leading off the bottom of the 10th inning scored pinch-runner Jose Caballero to give the Mariners a 1-0 win over the New York Yankees on Wednesday night.

Seattle avoided a three-game sweep and snapped New York’s four-game win streak thanks largely to a stellar performance from Kirby and Raleigh’s clutch hit.

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New York Yankees starting pitcher Clarke Schmidt throws to a Seattle Mariners batter during the fourth inning of a baseball game Wednesday, May 31, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Rookie Louie Varland throws 7 scoreless innings, Twins rout Astros 8-2

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Rookie Louie Varland throws 7 scoreless innings, Twins rout Astros 8-2

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HOUSTON (AP) — Minnesota manager Rocco Baldelli said rookie starter Louie Varland deserved an offensive game ball after throwing seven scoreless innings in a victory over the Houston Astros Wednesday night.

An odd comment considering the right-hander didn't step to the plate in the victory.

“He made life difficult on their side of the field because their (starter) kept having to run out there immediately because the at-bats were one and two and three pitches,” Baldelli said. “Lou just kept pounding the strike zone ... those quick innings, they help our offense in a huge way.”

Donovan Solano drove in a season-high four runs to help the Twins to the 8-2 win.

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Minnesota Twins' Donovan Solano hits a two-run single against the Houston Astros during the third inning of a baseball game Wednesday, May 31, 2023, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Reds rally to beat Red Sox 5-4, beat Boston in series for 1st time since ’75 Fall Classic

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Reds rally to beat Red Sox 5-4, beat Boston in series for 1st time since ’75 Fall Classic

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BOSTON (AP) — Spencer Steer hit a two-run homer to break a seventh-inning tie and the Cincinnati Reds took advantage of Rafael Devers' throwing error to come from behind and beat the Boston Red Sox 5-4 on Wednesday night.

“You give the opposition more than 27 outs, most of the time they’re going to score. They’re going to make you pay,” said Red Sox manager Alex Cora, who lamented his team's poor defense before the game and then watched it hurt them again. “That play we have to make, we didn’t. And it opened the gates for them.”

Kevin Newman, Matt McLain and Nick Senzel had two hits apiece for the Reds, who have won five in a row, taking the first two of their three games in Boston to beat the Red Sox in a series for the first time since the 1975 World Series.

Ian Gibaut (5-1) pitched one inning of perfect relief for Cincinnati, which trailed 2-0 and 3-1 before scoring one in the sixth and three unearned runs off Josh Winckowski (2-1) in the seventh to take a 5-3 lead. With closer Alexis Díaz needing a break after finishing the previous three games, Buck Farmer pitched the ninth, retiring Devers on a deep fly to center to end it.

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Boston Red Sox's Masataka Yoshida is congratulated by Jarren Duran (16) after Yoshida's solo home run during the second inning of the team's baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds at Fenway Park, Wednesday, May 31, 2023, in Boston. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)

Toro HRs for first hit with Brewers in a 4-2 win over the Blue Jays

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Toro HRs for first hit with Brewers in a 4-2 win over the Blue Jays

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TORONTO (AP) — Abraham Toro hit a two-run home run, Owen Miller had two hits and drove in a pair of runs and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Toronto Blue Jays 4-2 Wednesday night.

Making his first start of the season after being called up from Triple-A on Tuesday, Toro connected off Toronto right-hander Alex Manoah in the second for his first hit with the Brewers, who are 24-10 this season when hitting at least one home run. The Brewers are 5-16 when they don’t homer.

Toro, who is from Quebec, has three home runs in seven career games in Toronto.

“He threw me a fastball in,” Toro said. “I just tried to keep it simple, keep it short, and I was lucky enough to hit it out.”

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TORONTO (AP) — Abraham Toro hit a two-run home run, Owen Miller had two hits and drove in a pair of runs and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Toronto Blue Jays 4-2 Wednesday night.

Making his first start of the season after being called up from Triple-A on Tuesday, Toro connected off Toronto right-hander Alex Manoah in the second for his first hit with the Brewers, who are 24-10 this season when hitting at least one home run. The Brewers are 5-16 when they don’t homer.

Toro, who is from Quebec, has three home runs in seven career games in Toronto.

“He threw me a fastball in,” Toro said. “I just tried to keep it simple, keep it short, and I was lucky enough to hit it out.”

Toro's home run lifts Brewers over Blue Jays 4-2

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Toro's home run lifts Brewers over Blue Jays 4-2

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TORONTO - This hasn't been the season Alek Manoah expected after he finished third in Cy Young voting in 2022. At this point, he's just looking for positives after each frustrating loss.

Canadian Abraham Toro's early two-run homer helped the Milwaukee Brewers to a 4-2 win over the Toronto Blue Jays on Wednesday.

Manoah took his sixth loss of the young season after giving up two runs on three hits and allowing three walks over four innings.

"Yeah, it's been tough, obviously," said Manoah, who paused and sighed deeply before continuing. "Not doing what I'm meant to be doing.

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Milwaukee Brewers' Abraham Toro (13) celebrates his two-run home run against the Toronto Blue Jays during second inning MLB baseball action in Toronto on Wednesday, May 31, 2023.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn

Canha, Carrasco lead Mets to 4-1 win over slumping Phillies

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Canha, Carrasco lead Mets to 4-1 win over slumping Phillies

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NEW YORK (AP) — While the New York Mets are finally hitting their stride on the mound, the Philadelphia Phillies are still stumbling at the plate.

Mark Canha homered and drove in four runs to lead Carlos Carrasco and the Mets past the slumping Phillies 4-1 on Wednesday night.

Carrasco (2-2) pitched six efficient innings to win his second consecutive start. He allowed six hits and a walk while striking out four as the Mets (29-27) improved to 15-0 when their starting pitcher goes six innings or more. They're the only unbeaten team in the majors in such games, according to the Elias Sports Bureau.

Hoping to stay in for the seventh, Carrasco tried hiding from manager Buck Showalter in the bathroom after the sixth.

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New York Mets' Mark Canha hits a two-run home run against the Philadelphia Phillies during the third inning of a baseball game Wednesday, May 31, 2023, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

Segura, Fortes singles in 9th rally Marlins over Padres, Hader 2-1

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Segura, Fortes singles in 9th rally Marlins over Padres, Hader 2-1

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MIAMI (AP) — Jean Segura and Nick Fortes singled in runs against Josh Hader in the ninth inning, and the Miami Marlins overcame Gary Sánchez’s first home run for San Diego in a 2-1 victory over the Padres on Wednesday night.

Hader (0-1) blew a save for the third time in 16 chances, opening the ninth with a five-pitch walk to Yuli Gurriel.

Joey Wendle sacrificed and Segura grounded a flat slider for a single past the glove of diving shortstop Xander Bogaerts and into left field for his 500th career RBI.

Segura took second on the throw and stole third. With the infield in, Fortes singled down the right-field line, giving the Marlins their third walk-off win this season.

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San Diego Padres right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr. catches a ball hit by Miami Marlins' Yuli Gurriel during the fourth inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, May 31, 2023, in Miami. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)

Jays 1B Guerrero flips glove to first after ball gets stuck in webbing

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Jays 1B Guerrero flips glove to first after ball gets stuck in webbing

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TORONTO (AP) — Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. used some quick thinking to get an out against the Milwaukee Brewers on Wednesday night.

When Guerrero fielded Christian Yelich’s leadoff grounder in the fifth, the ball got stuck in the webbing of his glove. Guerrero removed the glove and flipped it to pitcher Trevor Richards to get the out.

Guerrero won the AL Gold Glove award at first base last season.

Former San Francisco Giants pitcher Terry Mulholland and former Yankees pitcher Orlando Hernandez each once tossed their gloves to first basemen to get outs.

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TORONTO (AP) — Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. used some quick thinking to get an out against the Milwaukee Brewers on Wednesday night.

When Guerrero fielded Christian Yelich’s leadoff grounder in the fifth, the ball got stuck in the webbing of his glove. Guerrero removed the glove and flipped it to pitcher Trevor Richards to get the out.

Guerrero won the AL Gold Glove award at first base last season.

Former San Francisco Giants pitcher Terry Mulholland and former Yankees pitcher Orlando Hernandez each once tossed their gloves to first basemen to get outs.

Yankees say there’s a chance Stanton, Donaldson, Kahnle could return in LA

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Yankees say there’s a chance Stanton, Donaldson, Kahnle could return in LA

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SEATTLE (AP) — Yankees manager Aaron Boone said “it’s definitely in play,” that the trio of Josh Donaldson, Giancarlo Stanton and Tommy Kahnle could return to New York's active roster this weekend in Los Angeles.

Boone wasn’t willing to definitely say Wednesday that the trio would rejoin the Yankees before their series against the Dodgers. But indications were the three will soon be back.

“It’s definitely in play, but let’s get through today,” Boone said.

Stanton, Donaldson and Kahnle all played in a rehab game for Double-A Somerset on Tuesday. Donaldson went 1 for 4 in his fourth rehab game as he comes back from a strained right hamstring and Stanton was hitless in three at-bats in his first appearance since injuring his left hamstring on April 15. Kahnle pitched one inning, giving up one run, one hit and walked two.

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FILE - New York Yankees' Josh Donaldson runs the bases after his solo home run off Detroit Tigers pitcher Spencer Turnbull during the fourth inning of a spring training baseball game Tuesday, March 21, 2023, in Tampa, Fla. Donaldson will start a minor league injury rehabilitation assignment on Thursday, May 25, 2023, and slugger Giancarlo Stanton could begin one as soon as this weekend. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara, File)

Sánchez wears 99 in honor of Manny Ramirez

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Sánchez wears 99 in honor of Manny Ramirez

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MIAMI (AP) — With his preferred jersey number taken, Gary Sánchez opted for a unique second option but one he values dearly.

The catcher, who made his San Diego Padres debut on Tuesday night and homered on Wednesday, is wearing No. 99 in honor of Manny Ramirez. During his six years with the New York Yankees, Sánchez wore No. 24 but Padres infielder Rougned Odor has the number.

“I like the combination of 24 and 99 because of Manny Ramirez,” Sánchez said in Spanish before Wednesday night's game at Miami. “I have always been a fan of his since I was a kid and those are the two numbers he wore.”

Ramirez wore No. 24 with Cleveland and Boston, then switched to No. 99 with the Los Angeles Dodgers, who retired 24 for former manager Walter Alston. Ramirez stayed with No. with the Chicago White Sox, then went back to 24 with Tampa Bay.

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San Diego Padres catcher Gary Sanchez catches a pitch during the first inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins, Wednesday, May 31, 2023, in Miami. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)

García, Ruiz lead Nats’ 5-homer barrage in 10-6 win over Dodgers

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García, Ruiz lead Nats’ 5-homer barrage in 10-6 win over Dodgers

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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Keibert Ruiz celebrated his ninth-inning homer with extra chest-thumping zeal, leaving no doubt that a big day at the plate in Dodger Stadium meant something special to the former Los Angeles prospect.

“Yeah, a little bit,” he said with a grin.

Ruiz was just one of several Nationals who made sure they headed home from an eventful road trip Wednesday with celebrations and positive feelings.

Luis García hit a tiebreaking three-run homer in the eighth inning, Ruiz added two more of Washington's season-high five homers, and the Nationals avoided a series sweep with a 10-6 victory over the Dodgers.

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Washington Nationals third baseman Jeimer Candelario (9) celebrates in the dugout after hitting a home run during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Los Angeles, Wednesday, May 31, 2023. Joey Meneses also scored. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

Phillies 3B Alec Bohm has MRI, sits out again with tight hamstring

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Phillies 3B Alec Bohm has MRI, sits out again with tight hamstring

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NEW YORK (AP) — Philadelphia Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm is out of the starting lineup for the second time in three games because of left hamstring tightness.

Bohm had an MRI on Wednesday and the Phillies were awaiting the results. Philadelphia manager Rob Thomson said it was too soon to tell if Bohm might land on the injured list.

Bohm sat out Sunday night’s loss in Atlanta because of the same issue. Philadelphia was off Monday.

Edmundo Sosa was set to start at third Wednesday night against the New York Mets, batting ninth.

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Philadelphia Phillies' Alec Bohm reacts after hitting a game-winning RBI-single against Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher Jose Ruiz during the tenth inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, May 24, 2023, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Ohtani hits his longest homer, 459 feet, Angels beat White Sox 12-5

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Ohtani hits his longest homer, 459 feet, Angels beat White Sox 12-5

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CHICAGO (AP) — Shohei Ohtani homered in consecutive innings, including a 459-foot drive that was the longest of his Major League Baseball career, and drove in four runs to lead the Los Angeles Angels over the Chicago White Sox 12-5 on Wednesday.

Mike Trout put the Angels ahead 2-0 with a 476-foot home run in the first that was four rows shy of clearing the left field bleachers. Taylor Ward hit also went deep as the Angels hit four two-run homers plus a solo shot.

Lance Lynn (4-6) allowed eight runs, eight hits and two walks while hitting two batters in four innings, raising his ERA to 6.55.

Jaime Barria (2-2) got the win and gave up one run and four hits in five innings with six strikeouts and two walks.

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Los Angeles Angels' Shohei Ohtani celebrates in the dugout after hitting a two-run home run off Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lance Lynn during the third inning of a baseball game Wednesday, May 31, 2023, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)

Reynolds’ 3 RBIs, great catch lead Pirates over Giants 9-4, back over .500

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Reynolds’ 3 RBIs, great catch lead Pirates over Giants 9-4, back over .500

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SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Bryan Reynolds drove in three runs and made a leaping catch against the wall, helping the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the San Francisco Giants 9-4 on Wednesday to climb back above .500.

Former Giants Andrew McCutchen and Connor Joe each went 3 for 4 with an RBI as the Pirates (28-27) won consecutive games after dropping below .500 for the first time since they were 1-2. Pittsburgh is 8-19 following a 20-8 start.

“I’m proud of our group,” Pirates manager Derek Shelton said. “Pretty resilient. Started this road trip off swinging the bats well, had a couple of tough games in Seattle, and came in here and beat probably the team that’s playing the best in baseball two of three.”

Mitch Keller (7-1) improved to 4-0 in his last five starts, allowing four runs and 10 hits in six innings with eight strikeouts. It was his seventh consecutive outing with at least eight strikeouts and his 93 strikeouts are the most before June in Pirates history.

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Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher Yohan Ramirez, left, is congratulated by catcher Austin Hedges (18) after the team's 9-4 victory over the San Francisco Giants in a baseball game in San Francisco, Wednesday, May 31, 2023. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)

Naylor HR and 6 RBIs highlights Guardians’ rare power surge in 12-8 win over Orioles

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Naylor HR and 6 RBIs highlights Guardians’ rare power surge in 12-8 win over Orioles

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What a rare sight it was, watching the Cleveland Guardians smashing home runs, spraying hits all over the ballpark and repeatedly touching down on home plate.

Josh Naylor homered, had a career-high four hits and drove in six runs to highlight an uncommon power display by Cleveland in a 12-8 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday.

Josh Bell and Gabriel Arias also went deep for the Guardians, who had gone 264 consecutive plate appearances without a long ball before Naylor connected in the fourth inning. Cleveland notched season highs in runs and hits (17) while scoring in double figures for the first time in a nine-inning game.

“It’s nice to see these guys score runs and get some hits,” manager Terry Francona said. “You can pat guys on the back and say, ‘Hey, nice swing,’ but now, having something to show for it, hopefully it keeps them going because they’ve been frustrated. I’m frustrated with them. But I’m happy for them today.”

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Baltimore Orioles' Adley Rutschman during an at bat against the Cleveland Guardians the first inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, May 31, 2023, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Albies homer helps Braves beat Oakland 4-2, drop A’s to 12-46

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Albies homer helps Braves beat Oakland 4-2, drop A’s to 12-46

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OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Ozzie Albies hit a go-ahead, two-run homer in a three-run fifth inning, and the Atlanta Braves beat the Oakland Athletics 4-2 on Wednesday to deny the Athletics’ bid for their first three-game winning streak this season.

The victory came at the end of a grueling stretch for the NL East-leading Braves. Atlanta played 19 games in 20 days, going 9-10 during that stretch heading into Thursday’s day off.

“These guys deserve this off day,” Braves manager Brian Snitker said. “This is a rough go here with all the teams we played. Coming out here, I’m not making excuses but that did probably punch us in the gut a little bit.”

Oakland drew just 6,429 to the Coliseum, the 22nd time in 31 home games attendance has been under 10,000.

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Ohtani homers twice, including career longest at 459 feet, Angels beat White Sox 12-5

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Ohtani homers twice, including career longest at 459 feet, Angels beat White Sox 12-5

The Associated Press 4 minute read Updated: Yesterday at 5:01 PM CDT

CHICAGO (AP) — Shohei Ohtani homered in consecutive innings, including a 459-foot drive that was the longest of his Major League Baseball career, and drove in four runs to lead the Los Angeles Angels over the Chicago White Sox 12-5 Wednesday.

Mike Trout put the Angels ahead 2-0 with a 476-foot home run in the first that was four rows shy of clearing the left field bleachers. Taylor Ward also went deep as the Angels hit four two-run homers plus a solo shot.

“Those are the guys you lean on,” manager Phil Nevin said. “They can certainly put the team on their backs and carry us and that’s what they did today.”

Ohtani drove a first-pitch fastball from Lance Lynn (4-6) just to left of straightaway center in the third, where the ball was dropped by a fan who tried to glove it. That 425-foot drive put the Angels ahead 4-1.

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June 1, 2023

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