Conine, Sanoja power Marlins
On Aug 1, 2026, the Miami Marlins beat the New York Mets 6-2. Javier Sanoja delivered a two-run homer and Griffin Conine added a solo shot while Liam Hicks had two hits and an RBI; Tyler Phillips worked five strong innings for the win and Bachar closed the game for Miami.
Crow-Armstrong’s go-ahead triple
On Aug 1, 2026, the Chicago Cubs defeated the New York Yankees 5-2. Pete Crow-Armstrong’s go-ahead triple and a Nico Hoerner homer helped Chicago seize control, while David Peterson struck out eight across 6.1 innings. The Cubs’ bullpen finished the job to secure the win.
Arozarena lifts Mariners
On Aug 1, 2026, the Seattle Mariners edged the Minnesota Twins 4-3. Randy Arozarena homered and Julio Rodríguez delivered a run-scoring single, while Logan Gilbert fanned six batters over seven innings to anchor Seattle’s effort. The late relief sealed a tight, comeback-style win.
Rasmussen’s dominant start
On Aug 1, 2026, Drew Rasmussen struck out 10 batters over six shutout innings, leading the Tampa Bay Rays to a 1-0 victory over the Chicago White Sox. Rasmussen’s strong outing stifled Chicago’s lineup in a classic pitchers’ duel and kept Tampa Bay rolling.
Braves go deep, Pérez strong
On Aug 1, 2026, the Atlanta Braves routed the Washington Nationals 8-3. Ronald Acuña Jr. and Matt Olson went deep — Olson’s 30th homer of the season — and Martín Pérez tossed seven shutout innings to anchor the victory before Atlanta’s offense blew the game open later.
Ashcraft spins strong start
On Aug 1, 2026, the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Cincinnati Reds 4-1. Braxton Ashcraft allowed two hits and struck out five across five innings, while Pittsburgh’s offense produced early runs — Jake Mangum, Brandon Lowe and Henry Davis contributed — and the bullpen preserved the lead.