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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.

In a thrilling rubber match of their three-game series, the Baltimore Orioles held off the Los Angeles Angels 6-5 on Wednesday afternoon in Anaheim. Gunnar Henderson, the Orioles’ rising star, continued his impressive performance with three hits, including a second-consecutive home run.

The New York Mets snapped a three-game losing streak and finished their road trip with a 3-3 record after defeating the San Francisco Giants 8-2 on Wednesday morning. The Giants were forced to empty their bullpen after starter Blake Snell was scratched due to a left adductor strain, and the Mets took advantage of the opportunity by controlling the strike zone and being aggressive against San Francisco’s young relievers. Francisco Lindor went 4-for-5 with a pair of two-run homers to drive in four runs and score two, while Tyrone Taylor went 2-for-3 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs scored. Reigning NL Cy Young Award winner Snell had gotten off to an awful start since signing late with the Giants, but the Mets expected his best. Right-handed reliever Ryan Walker replaced him, giving the Giants one inning before they turned to Sean Hjelle, Landon Roupp, Erik Miller, Luke Jackson, Taylor Rogers, and Mitch White.

A fired minor league umpire, Brandon Cooper, has filed a lawsuit against Major League Baseball (MLB), alleging sexual harassment and discrimination based on his gender (male) and sexual orientation (bisexual). Cooper claims that he was forced to undergo sensitivity training and later fired after reporting homophobic behavior by a female umpire, Gina Quartararo, who allegedly used derogatory language and made inappropriate physical contact. Cooper alleges that his firing was part of a systemic trend within MLB to prioritize gender and racial diversity quotas at the expense of merit-based hiring and that he was the only umpire from a group of 26 to be let go. MLB has declined to comment, but the suit highlights ongoing concerns about inclusivity and fair treatment within the sport.

The Arizona Diamondbacks have been struggling to maintain consistency in 2024 after winning the NL pennant last season, and their woes continued on Wednesday with a 5-1 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals. Ketel Marte, who was last season’s NLCS MVP, sealed the defeat when he bounced into a 3-6-1 double play as a pinch hitter. Marte’s lack of effort in running, which included a leisurely jog up the first-base line, drew criticism on social media and highlighted the Diamondbacks’ struggles with the finer points of the game.

The New York Yankees will take on the Oakland A’s tonight in a game that will be broadcast exclusively on Prime Video for subscribers in New York state, Connecticut, northern and central New Jersey, and northeast Pennsylvania. This marks the fifth time the Yankees and Prime Video have partnered for regular season game broadcasts. The Yankees currently hold a 16-8 record, putting them first in the American League East and third in the MLB overall. Despite a recent slump, star player Aaron Judge is showing signs of improvement. Tonight’s game is the third in a four-game series against the A’s, who won the first game 2-0 but lost the second 4-3. Subscribers in the specified regions can watch the game by accessing the Prime Video app or website on their preferred device. Prime Video offers various subscription options, including a monthly plan for $14.99 or an annual plan for $139.00, both of which come with a 30-day free trial. The game will begin at 7:05 p.m. ET at Yankee Stadium in The Bronx, New York, with the Prime Video broadcast starting at 7 p.m. ET.

Braden Bristo, a 23rd-round pick by the New York Yankees in 2016, has announced his retirement from professional baseball after eight seasons in the minor leagues and three games in the majors. Bristo, who pitched for the Tampa Bay Rays and Detroit Tigers in 2023, expressed gratitude for the game and said he feels fulfilled by the opportunities it has given him.

The Toronto Blue Jays have recalled infielder Addison Barger to their major league roster, as Kevin Kiermaier is likely headed to the injured list. Barger, the Blue Jays’ No. 6 prospect according to MLB Pipeline, has been hitting .314/.435/.586 with 10 doubles and three home runs in 19 games for Triple-A Buffalo. He has played primarily at third base and right field in the minors. The left-handed hitting Barger is expected to be active for the Blue Jays, and where he fits in the lineup remains to be seen.

The Boston Red Sox announced on Monday that right-hander Brayan Bello has been placed on the 15-day injured list with right lat tightness, retroactive to April 21. Right-hander Zack Kelly has been recalled in a corresponding move. Bello’s placement on the injured list is a significant blow to the Red Sox, as he was a key part of their rotation plans after signing a $55 million contract extension in March. Through his first five starts of the season, Bello had shown improvement with a 23.6% strikeout rate. However, with Bello now joining a growing list of injured Boston pitchers, the Red Sox will need to find a way to fill the void in their rotation.

Major League Baseball honors Armed Forces Day with a special New Era hat collection featuring all 30 MLB teams. Each hat boasts a black design with gold stars, a military-style team logo, and an armed services patch. Notable exceptions include the Toronto Blue Jays hat, which features the Canadian flag, and last year’s Army green hats with monochromatic American flags. The 2024 collection offers a wider range of styles, including fitted, adjustable, and bucket hats. Proceeds from the sale of these hats support military members and various military-related charities.