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Aaron Judge hit a two-run homer one pitch after Joe Boyle was called for a balk in the first inning as the New York Yankees went on to defeat the Oakland Athletics 7-3 on Wednesday night for their fifth straight win. Anthony Rizzo and Juan Soto later homered off A’s relievers, who fell to 1-11 in their last 11 games at Yankee Stadium. Boyle (1-4) appeared to have thrown a fastball for a called third strike on the outside corner but was charged with a balk as Judge began walking to the Yankees’ dugout. Judge then hit an outside fastball to the short porch in right field for his 261st homer, passing Derek Jeter for ninth on the Yankees’ all-time list.

Carissa Wenner of Lower Dauphin High School led her team to a 6-5 triumph over Hershey on Wednesday, showcasing her prowess both at the plate and on the mound. Wenner’s home run and three RBIs propelled the team offensively, while her strong pitching performance stifled Hershey’s offense. Anece Zubler and Jules Wychunas contributed RBIs to the winning cause.

Shohei Ohtani’s recent dominance at the plate stems from his unwavering discipline and refined approach. He demonstrated this in a recent at-bat against the Nationals, waiting for a more enticing pitch before unleashing a thunderous home run with an exit velocity of 118.7 mph. Ohtani’s strength lies in his ability to maximize his swing force and attack pitches in his preferred ‘nitro zone.’ He thrives when ahead in the count, with average exit velocities over 100 mph in favorable situations. Manager Dave Roberts has noticed Ohtani’s growth in strike zone discipline, particularly with runners in scoring position, leading to improved ratios and increased effectiveness. Despite teams’ efforts to neutralize Ohtani, his adaptability has kept him a formidable force at the plate.

Julio Rodríguez broke out of his early-season slump with a 434-foot home run in the third inning of the Seattle Mariners’ 4-0 win over the Texas Rangers on Tuesday night. The two-run shot gave the Mariners an early lead and proved to be the game-winning hit. Rodríguez now has a seven-game hitting streak and has raised his batting average from .186 to .278. Cal Raleigh also homered for the Mariners, his sixth of the season. The Mariners now lead the AL West with a record of 12-11.

Waynesboro secured a thrilling 4-2 win over Big Spring on Tuesday, with Riley Shetler delivering an exceptional performance at the plate and on the mound. Shetler went a perfect 3-for-3, connecting on a towering home run and driving in two crucial runs. Her dominant pitching display saw her strike out three batters while keeping Big Spring scoreless over four innings, securing the win for Waynesboro. Davina Raudabaugh and Sophie Wickard contributed RBIs for Big Spring, but it wasn’t enough to overcome Shetler’s brilliance.

Los Angeles Dodgers’ star Shohei Ohtani continues to impress, hitting his sixth home run of the season on Tuesday night against the Washington Nationals. The 450-foot home run was a line drive clocked at 119 mph, making it the hardest-hit baseball of the 2024 season to date. Despite not being a towering fly ball, the home run showcases Ohtani’s impressive hitting skills, boosting his batting average to .364 with a 1.107 OPS.

Following a shutout loss, Anthony Rizzo responded with a two-run homer, while Jameson Taillon pitched with mixed results in the Yankees’ 4-3 victory over the Athletics, tying the series. Despite a strong start from Taillon, the Yankees bullpen ultimately secured the win.

Riley Greene’s two home runs and Kenta Maeda’s five scoreless innings paved the way for the Detroit Tigers’ 4-2 victory against the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday night. Maeda, who needed a strong outing, limited mistakes and struck out five in his five-inning appearance. After Greene’s solo homer in the third, Isaac Paredes gave the Rays the lead in the sixth, but Greene struck back with a two-run homer in the eighth. Mark Canha added an insurance run with a solo blast. Greene now has five home runs and an MLB-best 21 base on balls this season. The Tigers will go for a three-game sweep of the Rays in the series finale on Wednesday.

In a thrilling MLB game, Giants’ rising star hit an unforgettable two-run homer that sent the ball soaring out of the stadium and into the waiting hands of a spectator in a kayak. This viral moment showcased the player’s skill and the unique charm of baseball, where athleticism meets unexpected fan experiences.

Travis d’Arnaud continued his power surge with his fifth home run in the past three games, and Bryce Elder tossed 6 2/3 scoreless innings in his major league debut of the season as the Atlanta Braves blanked the Miami Marlins 3-0 on Monday. Elder, last year’s All-Star who began the season with Triple-A Gwinnett, scattered eight hits and struck out four without issuing a walk. A.J. Minter set an Atlanta record with his 108th hold, and Raisel Iglesias notched his seventh save.