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New York Mets slugger Juan Soto thrilled the crowd at the 2025 MLB Little League Classic in Williamsport, Penn., by performing his signature "Soto Shuffle" in the fourth inning. The Mets outfielder executed the move after taking a 1-0 pitch from Mariners starter George Kirby for a walk. Soto continued to entertain, later working a second walk and playfully interacting with Seattle's Julio Rodriguez at second base.
Mookie Betts delivered a pivotal moment for the Los Angeles Dodgers, hitting a go-ahead solo home run in the bottom of the eighth inning against Padres closer Robert Suarez. This 394-foot blast secured a 5-4 victory for the Dodgers, completing a weekend series sweep against the San Diego Padres. The win helped the Dodgers reclaim a two-game lead in the NL West and snapped their four-game losing skid, despite Betts currently holding a career-worst .241 batting average this season.
San Francisco Giants center fielder Jung Hoo Lee made an extraordinary catch against the Tampa Bay Rays on Sunday, trapping a deep fly ball between his knees in Triples Alley during the team's 7-1 victory. Announcer Duane Kuiper dubbed it the 'catch of the decade,' and manager Bob Melvin expressed amazement, stating he had never witnessed such a play before. Lee later explained that he consciously squeezed the ball with his calves as it dropped under his body due to strong wind, securing a crucial out and creating a memorable highlight.
Miami Marlins right fielder Dane Myers was heckled by a fan at Fenway Park on Sunday, an incident he initially responded to before security intervened. Despite an earlier defensive miscue where a two-run homer popped out of his glove, Myers redeemed himself by hitting a crucial game-tying home run in the ninth inning. His efforts were instrumental in Miami's 5-3 comeback victory against the Boston Red Sox.
Texas Rangers first baseman Jake Burger is returning home to Texas for tests on his sore left wrist, an injury that will sideline him for at least two or three games. Manager Bruce Bochy confirmed that an MRI will be performed to determine the extent of the issue. Burger, who was batting .242 with 12 home runs and 41 RBIs, had been swinging well and felt the soreness first on Saturday, having already missed time this season due to strained oblique and quadriceps injuries.
New York Yankees slugger Paul Goldschmidt delivered a stellar performance in his first game back in St. Louis as a visitor, going 3-for-5 with an RBI double and scoring a run. He received a standing ovation from the Cardinals crowd, acknowledging his past MVP season with the team. Goldschmidt's efforts were crucial in the Yankees' 8-4 victory, completing a three-game sweep of the Cardinals, and he was named the Game MVP for his impactful return.
The Los Angeles Angels designated right-hander Connor Brogdon for assignment on Sunday, prior to their series finale against the Athletics. Brogdon, 30, had given up two runs in the Angels' loss on Saturday and holds a 3-1 record with a 5.30 ERA in 37 games this season. His career includes a 13-9 record and a 4.24 ERA over 180 games with the Angels, Los Angeles Dodgers, and Philadelphia Phillies.
Philadelphia Phillies ace Zack Wheeler was placed on the 15-day injured list due to a blood clot in his right arm, specifically diagnosed as a right upper extremity blood clot. The two-time Cy Young runner-up, who reported "heaviness" after his last start, has an uncertain timeline for return given the seriousness of the issue, which could potentially impact his availability for the remainder of the season and playoffs. While treatment options include blood thinners and potential surgery, historical cases like Matt Harvey and Chris Young suggest a high likelihood of returning to pre-injury performance for athletes with similar conditions.
Cincinnati Reds designated hitter Austin Hays delivered a walk-off RBI single down the left field line in the 10th inning, sending TJ Friedl home. This pivotal hit secured an 11-9 victory for the Reds and famously ended the Milwaukee Brewers' franchise-record 14-game win streak. Hays' heroics also prevented Cincinnati from being swept in the series at home.
Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Aaron Nola returned to the rotation on Sunday after a three-month absence due to a sprained right ankle and fractured rib, but struggled significantly against the Washington Nationals. He was roughed up for six runs and seven hits in just 2 1/3 innings, allowing seven consecutive batters to reach safely in the third, which increased his season ERA to 6.92. Despite Nola's difficulties, the Phillies secured an 11-9 victory, and his return comes at a crucial time as ace Zack Wheeler was placed on the injured list with a blood clot, impacting the team's rotation plans.
Houston Astros pitcher Shawn Dubin entered Sunday's game against the Baltimore Orioles in the fourth inning. He took over for starter Cristian Javier, who was forced to exit the game early due to an illness.
Houston Astros starter Cristian Javier left Sunday's game against the Baltimore Orioles after just three innings due to an illness, allowing three hits and a run with two strikeouts before being replaced by Shawn Dubin. This was Javier's second start since returning from Tommy John surgery, which had sidelined him for 14 months. In his season debut on Monday, he yielded two runs and three hits over five innings in a win against Boston.
Mets right-hander Tylor Megill delivered an impressive performance in his second rehab start for Double-A Binghamton, striking out nine batters over 3.1 scoreless innings. Working his way back from an elbow strain, Megill allowed only one hit and no walks while throwing 55 pitches. Prior to landing on the injured list in June, the 30-year-old posted a 3.95 ERA and 1.361 WHIP across 14 starts for the Mets.
St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Victor Scott II has been placed on the 10-day injured list after spraining his left ankle. The injury occurred when Scott collided with the outfield wall while pursuing an Aaron Judge home run. An MRI confirmed the left ankle sprain, sidelining the outfielder who was hitting .223 with five home runs, 35 RBIs, and 31 stolen bases in 116 games this season.
Aaron Judge hit a home run against the St. Louis Cardinals that led to an outfield collision. Cardinals outfielder Victor Scott II sprained his left ankle crashing into the wall while attempting to catch Judge's deep shot. Judge's first career home run against the Cardinals resulted in Scott's placement on the 10-day injured list.
Boston Red Sox infielder Marcelo Mayer announced Sunday he will undergo season-ending surgery on his right wrist due to a tear that did not improve with an anti-inflammatory injection. The 22-year-old, who injured his wrist in late July, is expected to have a three-month recovery, aiming to be ready for spring training. Mayer, drafted fourth overall in 2021, batted .228 with four homers and 10 RBIs in 44 games this season, primarily at third base.
Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez is set to begin a rehabilitation assignment at Double-A Corpus Christi on Tuesday. He has been sidelined for over three months with a small fracture in his right hand, initially misdiagnosed as a muscle strain. Manager Joe Espada confirmed Alvarez is feeling better and will start as the designated hitter, expecting him to need a few games before rejoining the major league club. His return would be a significant boost for the Astros, as he led the team in batting average, home runs, and RBIs last season.
Boston Red Sox outfielder Wilyer Abreu connected for a two-run home run, marking his 22nd long ball of the current season. This powerful swing contributed to the Red Sox's offensive efforts.
San Francisco Giants ace Logan Webb delivered a masterful performance on Sunday, pitching seven scoreless innings against the Tampa Bay Rays. He allowed just three hits and struck out seven, leading the Giants to a crucial 7-1 victory that snapped their longest losing streak of the season. This outing, which Webb called "probably the best game we’ve played in a long time," highlighted his season-long consistency; he leads the Giants with 11 wins and a 3.19 ERA, and ranks among the National League leaders in innings pitched and strikeouts, marking the ninth time he has secured a win after a Giants loss this season.
The Cleveland Guardians have recalled left-hander Tim Herrin from Triple-A Columbus. The 28-year-old previously pitched in 39 games for the Guardians this season, compiling a 4-2 record with a 4.06 ERA, before being optioned two weeks prior.
