Valdez’s Grand Slam Lifts Pirates
Rookie Esmerlyn Valdez starred on July 11, 2026, delivering a two-homer performance that included his first career grand slam to turn a 6-3 deficit into a 7-6 go-ahead and final score. Valdez drove in six runs to rally the Pittsburgh Pirates past the Milwaukee Brewers in the first game of a doubleheader. The 22-year-old right fielder has nine homers and 24 RBIs in his first 26 games.
Diamondbacks Beat Dodgers Again, 9-2
The Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 9-2 on July 11, extending their winning streak against LA.
Padres Edge Blue Jays 8-7
The San Diego Padres edged the Toronto Blue Jays 8-7 on July 11.