Yamamoto’s strong start powers Dodgers
Yoshinobu Yamamoto delivered six innings with nine strikeouts and two earned runs as the Dodgers beat the Pirates 4-2 on Aug. 21, 2026. The veteran right-hander’s outing set the tone in a tight game; Los Angeles collected five hits and the bullpen preserved the late lead.
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Misiorowski gets the win in Brewers’ 2-1
Jacob Misiorowski earned the victory as the Brewers edged the Braves 2-1 on Aug. 21, 2026. Milwaukee plated two runs while Misiorowski’s start earned the decision, and closer Trevor Megill recorded the save to lock down a one-run finish in a low-scoring affair.
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Phillies edge Cardinals 7-6
The Phillies defeated the Cardinals 7-6 on Aug. 21, 2026, with A. McFarlane credited with the win. Philadelphia’s offense produced enough runs in a one-run game and the bullpen closed out the tight finish, handing the visitors a narrow loss in Philadelphia.
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Yankees top Blue Jays 3-1
The Yankees beat the Blue Jays 3-1 on Aug. 21, 2026, with C. Schlittler earning the win and D. Bednar notching the save. New York managed four hits while holding Toronto to one run; the pitching staff’s control of the game was decisive in the Bronx victory.
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Red Sox prevail 6-4 vs. Giants
The Red Sox beat the Giants 6-4 on Aug. 21, 2026, as S. Gray picked up the win and A. Chapman recorded the save. Boston’s lineup produced 11 hits in the victory, and the bullpen preserved a two-run margin to finish the game at Fenway Park.
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Wesneski wins as Astros blank A’s
H. Wesneski picked up the win as the Astros blanked the Athletics 4-0 on Aug. 21, 2026. Houston collected nine hits while holding Oakland scoreless; the starting pitcher’s outing and the bullpen’s clean work combined for a shutout victory in Houston.
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