Adolis Garcia and Evan Carter hit back-to-back home runs in the fourth inning, leading the Texas Rangers to a 5-1 victory over the Seattle Mariners on Wednesday night. Garcia’s team-leading seventh homer barely cleared the wall in center field, while Carter’s triple drove in Garcia in the seventh. Jonathan Hernandez earned the win in his first appearance of the season, while Bryce Miller took the loss for the Mariners.
The Cumberland Valley softball team showcased their dominance on Wednesday, defeating Red Land 8-4 in a thrilling matchup. Maddie Martin and Sydney May emerged as the stars of the game, leading the Eagles to victory.
The New York Yankees triumphed over the Oakland Athletics 7-3 in a captivating game on Wednesday night at Yankee Stadium. A pivotal balk call in the first inning turned the tide in the Yankees’ favor, with Aaron Judge capitalizing on the opportunity with a two-run homer. Anthony Rizzo, Juan Soto, and others contributed to the Yankees’ offensive success, while Clarke Schmidt and the bullpen combined to limit the A’s offense. This victory extends the Yankees’ winning streak to two games, setting them up for a potential series sweep on Thursday night.
Aaron Judge hit a two-run homer in the first inning after nearly striking out, and the host New York Yankees went on to record a 7-3 victory over the Oakland Athletics on Wednesday night. Judge’s home run gave the Yankees a 2-0 lead, and Anthony Rizzo and Juan Soto also homered for New York. Anthony Volpe added an RBI triple, and Alex Verdugo contributed a sacrifice fly. Oakland’s Brent Rooker hit a three-run homer in the sixth inning, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Yankees’ offensive outburst. New York starter Clarke Schmidt allowed three runs on four hits in 5 1/3 innings, while Oakland starter Joe Boyle gave up two runs on three hits in three innings.
New York Yankees star Aaron Judge has achieved a significant milestone in his career, surpassing Derek Jeter on the franchise’s all-time home run list. Judge’s home run on Wednesday against the Oakland Athletics was his 261st of his career, moving him past Jeter, who retired with 260 home runs. Despite the Yankees’ strong start to the season, fans have criticized Judge for his slow start offensively. However, his recent home run may be the spark he needs to regain his form as one of the league’s top power hitters.
Francisco Lindor blasted two home runs, driving in four runs, as the New York Mets salvaged one win in their three-game series against the San Francisco Giants with an 8-2 victory on Wednesday. The Mets took advantage of a makeshift Giants bullpen, jumping on relievers Sean Hjelle and Landen Roupp for six early runs. Starter Sean Manaea pitched into and out of trouble for the Mets, while reliever Reed Garrett earned the win. Wilmer Flores had two hits for the Giants, who saw their two-game winning streak snapped.
Bountiful catcher Athena Tongaonevai is making a significant impact on the team’s success this season, both offensively and defensively. With her astute defensive strategies and newfound offensive mindset, she’s contributed to the team’s 15-2 record and 11-game winning streak. Tongaonevai’s eight home runs and .538 batting average highlight her offensive prowess, which she attributes to a desire to support her hard-working pitcher. The team’s experienced roster, with Tongaonevai as a senior leader, has also played a crucial role in their impressive start to the season.
Riley Mullen showcased her prowess on the mound and at the plate as Shippensburg cruised to an 8-2 victory over West Perry. Mullen tossed a complete game, striking out five and allowing only one earned run. She made her presence felt offensively as well, going 2-for-4 with a home run and two RBIs. Tressa Triplett provided additional offensive firepower with a home run and three RBIs, while Shelby Heberlig contributed a solo home run and an RBI.
Andrew McCutchen launched a leadoff homer in the first inning, and Bailey Falter turned in an impressive seven-plus innings on the mound as the Pittsburgh Pirates narrowly defeated the Milwaukee Brewers 2-1 on Tuesday. Falter’s solid performance kept the Brewers at bay, while Colin Holderman and David Bednar combined to close out the victory for the Pirates, who snapped their six-game skid with consecutive wins.
After a six-game losing streak, the Pittsburgh Pirates have found their groove, winning back-to-back games thanks to strong performances from Andrew McCutchen and Bailey Falter. McCutchen homered for the second straight game, while Falter matched his career best with eight strikeouts in seven innings to secure a 2-1 victory over the NL Central-leading Milwaukee Brewers.
