Astros win 5-1 in Bronx
Houston beat New York 5-1 on Aug. 27 as Christian Walker’s two-run homer and Jeremy Peña’s solo shot keyed a multi-run middle innings. Hayden Wesneski worked five strong frames for the win and Josh Hader induced the final out to close the victory. The result shifted momentum in Houston’s favor.
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Sale throws shutout, Braves 1-0
Chris Sale spun a complete-game shutout, striking out 11 as Atlanta edged Los Angeles 1-0 on Aug. 27. Drake Baldwin’s early first-pitch homer provided the lone run; Sale finished the night with nine innings of scoreless work. The win completed a Braves sweep of the Dodgers.
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Sasaki headed to IL with blister
Dodgers right-hander Roki Sasaki left his start in Atlanta after a right middle-finger blister and will be placed on the 15-day injured list, the team said Aug. 27. Sasaki allowed four runs in 3 1/3 innings; the club signaled Eric Lauer could take his roster spot while the team adjusts its rotation.
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Brewers rally after May scare
Milwaukee rallied for an 8-1 win in Queens on Aug. 27 after starter Dustin May left following a 106 mph line drive off his back. Robert Gasser threw 5 1/3 innings of relief; Sal Frelick had three hits in his return and Brice Turang homered as the Brewers built a multi-run lead despite the early scare.
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Royals explode, Caglianone has 6 RBIs
Kansas City erupted for a 13-2 road win at Toronto on Aug. 27. Jac Caglianone drove in six runs (including a late two-run homer) and Carter Jensen hit a leadoff homer. Noah Cameron picked up the victory with six innings of work as the Royals’ offense produced a 16-hit attack in a blowout.
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Cardinals edge Orioles 7-5
St. Louis took a 7-5 win over Baltimore on Aug. 27 as rookie Blaze Jordan’s three-run homer and Ramón Urías’ two-run shot built an early lead. Baltimore fought back with Coby Mayo’s three-run blast, but Nathan Church’s RBI added insurance and Riley O’Brien earned his 34th save.
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Nationals roll, beat Rockies 7-1
Washington beat Colorado 7-1 on Aug. 27 as Daylen Lile supplied a big day including a homer and multiple timely hits. Keibert Ruiz added a long ball and Orlando Ribalta closed out the game. The Nationals’ balanced attack and steady pitching produced a decisive road victory.
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