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Kyle Bradish earned his fifth win of the season (5-7) after a stellar outing against the Angels on Monday. Bradish tossed eight scoreless innings, surrendering only six hits and one walk while striking out nine batters. His command and ability to miss bats were instrumental in the Orioles' 6-1 victory.
Freddie Freeman provided the difference in Monday's 2-1 victory over the Twins, connecting for a solo home run. Freeman finished the game 1-for-4, delivering the key hit in a tight contest. His power stroke proved vital in securing the narrow win for the Dodgers, contributing to a performance that saw the team overcome the Minnesota Twins at Target Field.
Grant Holmes labored through 4 2/3 innings in Monday's 1-0 loss to the San Diego Padres. Holmes struggled to contain the Padres' offense, notably hanging a slider to Manny Machado in the fourth inning that resulted in a solo home run. The Braves' offense was unable to provide support, leading to their second consecutive loss. The team continues to look for Holmes to stabilize his performance in future outings.
Blaze Alexander was forced to leave Monday's game against the Los Angeles Angels early due to injury. While initial reports indicated right knee discomfort, it was later confirmed that Alexander is dealing with a muscle contusion. No further details regarding the severity of the injury or a specific recovery timeline have been provided by the team at this time.
Shohei Ohtani continues to lead National League fan voting for the 2026 All-Star Game and is currently on track to lead all players in total votes for the first time in his career. On the field, Ohtani contributed to a 2-1 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Monday, going 1-for-4 with a solo home run and a walk. He remains a central figure for the Dodgers as they continue their season.
After being reinstated from the 15-day injured list, Brandon Woodruff delivered a stellar performance in his first start since April 30. Facing the Reds on Monday, he tossed six scoreless innings, allowing only one hit while striking out 10 batters. During the outing, Woodruff officially recorded his 900th career strikeout. His return provides a major boost to the Brewers' rotation as the team moves into the next phase of the season.
Despite being identified by betting analysts as a target for home run props due to recent struggles, Brady Singer delivered a superb performance against the Brewers on Monday. He tossed seven scoreless innings, allowing only two hits and two walks while striking out seven batters in a no-decision. The outing marks a significant rebound for the Reds starter as he continues his work in the rotation.
Jake McCarthy delivered a walk-off triple to lead the Colorado Rockies to a 3-2 victory over the Boston Red Sox. The hit capped a remarkable three-run, ninth-inning rally for the Rockies, overcoming a deflating eighth inning. McCarthy's clutch performance was the highlight of the comeback win, securing a dramatic victory for Colorado.
Willson Contreras recorded an RBI double in the sixth inning of Monday's 3-2 loss to the Colorado Rockies. Despite the Red Sox building a 2-0 lead methodically over the first eight innings, the team ultimately fell after giving up eight straight hits in the final frame. Contreras' contribution was a bright spot in an otherwise frustrating night for Boston.
Minnesota Twins pitcher Mick Abel is currently dealing with swelling in his elbow. According to a report from Dan Hayes of The Athletic, medical evaluations have confirmed that there is no damage to the ligament. The team is monitoring the situation closely following the diagnosis. Further updates on his status and potential return timeline are expected as he undergoes treatment for the inflammation.
Cubs manager Craig Counsell announced Monday that Matthew Boyd will rejoin the major league rotation for his next start. Boyd has been working through shoulder and knee issues and is now cleared to return to the big-league mound. The team is currently evaluating the rotation structure to determine who will move to the bullpen or Triple-A Iowa to accommodate Boyd's return to the active roster.
Yankees ace Gerrit Cole struggled in Monday's 5-3 loss to the Detroit Tigers, allowing five runs on a season-high nine hits. Cole acknowledged a 'handful of mistakes' during the outing, which marked his worst start of the season as the Yankees' losing streak reached three games. Entering the game with a 2.57 ERA, Cole was unable to contain the Tigers' hitters, leading to a disappointing result for the team.
Kazuma Okamoto played a key role in the Toronto Blue Jays' 4-2 victory over the Houston Astros on Monday. Okamoto had a productive day at the plate, finishing 2-for-3 with a walk. His performance was highlighted by his 17th home run of the season, and he also contributed a double to the offensive effort. Okamoto continues to be a consistent power threat in the Blue Jays' lineup.
The Minnesota Twins have announced that Kendry Rojas is set to take the mound as the starting pitcher for Tuesday's matchup against the Los Angeles Dodgers. The news was confirmed by Dan Hayes of The Athletic. Rojas will look to provide a strong outing for the Twins in this upcoming contest.
Right-hander Dylan Cease pitched 5.2 innings in a no-decision against Houston, allowing two runs on three hits and four walks while striking out eight batters. This performance, his 9th career appearance against the Astros, took place at the Rogers Centre. Cease provided a solid outing for the Blue Jays, maintaining a competitive game as the team looks to hold their position in the Wild Card race.
Left-hander Framber Valdez improved to 4-5 after a strong performance against the New York Yankees, allowing only one run on four hits and two walks over six innings while recording eight strikeouts. Valdez successfully navigated the Yankees lineup to secure the victory for the Detroit Tigers. His ability to limit the Yankees' offense was a deciding factor in the 5-3 win, marking a successful outing for the Tigers' starter.
Twins ace Joe Ryan has been scratched from his scheduled Tuesday start against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Target Field. The team announced that the decision was made due to an illness. Ryan was originally slated to take the mound for Minnesota before the late-breaking update confirmed his absence from the upcoming matchup.
Eric Lauer delivered an outstanding performance in the Dodgers' 2-1 win over the Minnesota Twins. Replacing opener Will Klein after one inning, Lauer dominated on the mound, pitching six no-hit innings. His ability to shut down the Twins' offense was key to the victory, as the Dodgers continued their successful run despite losing Kyle Tucker and Dalton Rushing to injuries during the game.
Will Klein served as the starting pitcher and opener for the Los Angeles Dodgers in their 2-1 victory over the Minnesota Twins. Klein pitched one inning before being replaced by Eric Lauer, who went on to throw six no-hit innings to secure the win at Target Field.
Hunter Brown did not factor into the decision during Monday's outing against the Toronto Blue Jays, marking his 4th career appearance against the club. The right-hander lasted three innings, allowing one run on four hits and two walks while striking out four batters. Brown was originally scheduled to start the contest before the game concluded with his abbreviated three-inning performance.
